Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of a Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken coated in a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce, complemented by colorful vegetables and served over fluffy rice or quinoa. Enjoy an enticing mix of textures and tastes that will quickly become a family favorite. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, this bowl offers a healthier alternative to takeout without compromising on flavor. Plus, the leftovers are even more delicious as the flavors meld together overnight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces and cutting chicken into uniform chunks.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil until shimmering. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add broccoli florets and sliced bell peppers to the skillet, stir-frying for an additional 3–5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables, tossing gently to coat evenly. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- Serve immediately over rice or quinoa; garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg