This Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and easy meal made with tender chicken breast glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice with crisp veggies. It's a perfect quick weeknight dinner or meal prep option, packed with umami flavor and balanced nutrition. Keywords: teriyaki chicken rice bowl, easy chicken bowl recipe, homemade teriyaki sauce, meal prep chicken, Asian chicken rice.
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs), diced
2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
1 cup broccoli florets (steamed)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
Cook Rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
Thicken Sauce: Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened. Set aside.
Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced chicken until browned and fully cooked.
Glaze Chicken: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
Assemble Bowls: Add rice to bowls, top with chicken, broccoli, carrots, green onions, and optional sesame seeds.
Serve: Enjoy hot!
You can use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
Add bell peppers, snap peas, or edamame for variety.
For a spicy kick, stir in sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.