Juicy Teriyaki Chicken Rice (Printable)

Tender teriyaki-glazed chicken with steamed vegetables and fluffy rice for a balanced, easy meal prep.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.3 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - Pinch of salt and pepper

→ Teriyaki Sauce

04 - 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 1/4 cup mirin
06 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
08 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
09 - 2 tbsp water
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

→ Rice

12 - 1 1/4 cups jasmine or short-grain rice
13 - 2 cups water

→ Vegetables

14 - 1 medium broccoli head, cut into florets
15 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
16 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced

→ Garnishes (optional)

17 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
18 - 2 spring onions, sliced

# Method:

01 - Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, cover and simmer on low for 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
02 - Steam or blanch broccoli florets, carrots, and bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes until just tender. Set aside.
03 - Whisk together soy sauce, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 5 to 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
05 - Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and coats chicken evenly, about 2 to 3 minutes.
06 - Divide rice into 4 containers. Top with teriyaki chicken and steamed vegetables. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and spring onions if desired.
07 - Allow to cool before sealing containers. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The homemade teriyaki sauce comes together in minutes and tastes way better than anything from a bottle
  • Perfect for Sunday meal prep, my weeknight stress practically disappeared
02 -
  • Cornstarch needs to be whisked thoroughly with cold liquid before adding to heat or you will end up with lumps
  • The sauce thickens fast once it hits the hot pan, so stir constantly
03 -
  • Mise en place is your friend, prep all ingredients before turning on the stove
  • Let the sauce cool slightly before pouring over meal prep containers
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