Description
This Healthy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl recipe features tender chicken breast pieces cooked in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from tamari, ginger, garlic, and honey. Served over steamed broccoli and fluffy rice, and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is a satisfying, flavorful, and balanced meal perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- Pinch of salt
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Sauce Thickener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
To Serve
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 crown broccoli, steamed
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side or until fully cooked through and nicely browned. Then transfer the chicken to a bowl and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce Base: Reduce the heat to low. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the same pan and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them. Then pour in the tamari or soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil (if using), and honey. Stir everything together to combine.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Pour this mixture into the pan along with the cooked chicken. Stir continuously over low heat as the sauce thickens, which will take about 3-4 minutes.
- Assemble Bowls and Serve: Divide the cooked rice evenly into four bowls. Top each bowl with steamed broccoli and the teriyaki chicken with sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, ensure tamari is labeled gluten-free.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan alternative, but adjust the diet label accordingly.
- Steaming broccoli preserves nutrients better and keeps it crisp-tender.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your preferred sweetness level in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: teriyaki chicken, healthy chicken recipe, rice bowls, quick dinner, Asian cuisine, low fat chicken, easy teriyaki sauce
