Description
Chicken Teriyaki and Rice is a deliciously simple dish that brings the taste of Asia to your dining table. Tender chicken pieces are glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and honey, then served over fluffy rice. This meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, effortlessly satisfying both kids and adults alike. With its savory and sweet flavors, it’s an excellent choice for family dinners and meal prep. Easy to make and highly customizable with your favorite vegetables, Chicken Teriyaki and Rice is sure to become a go-to recipe for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add chicken pieces. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; add it to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
- Continue cooking until the sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve the Chicken Teriyaki over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg