Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki (Printable Version)

Tender chicken in savory teriyaki glaze served with jasmine rice and crisp veggies for a quick, tasty meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Teriyaki Sauce

02 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/4 cup water
04 - 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
05 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
08 - 2 tsp cornstarch
09 - 2 tsp water (for slurry)

→ Bowl Components

10 - 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
11 - 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup broccoli florets
13 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil

→ Garnishes

14 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
15 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - Prepare the jasmine or sushi rice according to package directions until tender and fluffy.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
04 - Incorporate carrots and broccoli into the skillet and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
05 - Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir thoroughly and allow to simmer for 1 minute.
06 - Mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to form a slurry. Add to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens, evenly coating the ingredients.
07 - Fluff the cooked rice and distribute evenly among serving bowls. Top each with the chicken teriyaki mixture.
08 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions over the bowls. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Balanced flavor with sweet and savory notes
02 -
  • Substitute brown sugar for honey for a vegan option and use tofu instead of chicken
  • Use tamari or certified GF soy sauce for gluten-free diets
03 -
  • Make the slurry right before adding to avoid clumps
  • Use fresh ginger for best flavor
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