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A bowl of rice topped with teriyaki chicken, broccoli, sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, green onions, and sesame seeds sits on an orange mat—perfect for fans of flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Bowls.
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Teriyaki Chicken Bowls

Teriyaki Chicken Bowls are an easy, flavorful meal with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and sticky homemade sauce over rice.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Japanese
Servings: 3

Ingredients

Teriyaki Sauce

  • ¾ cup cold water divided
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tsp honey
  • ½ tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water for cornstarch mixture

Bowls

  • 1 lb chicken breast cubed
  • 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • teriyaki sauce Prepared
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup broccoli florets steamed
  • ½ cup baby cucumber sliced
  • ½ cup shredded carrot
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine ¾ cup water, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Stir the mixture and bring it to a low simmer.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and the remaining ¼ cup cold water until completely smooth.
  • Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly. Continue to simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Remove the finished sauce from the heat and set it aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, then season the cubed chicken breast with salt and pepper before adding it to the skillet.
  • Cook the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side, or until it is fully cooked through and lightly browned.
  • Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken. Toss to ensure the chicken is fully coated and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until the sauce is heated through.
  • Place a bed of cooked rice into each bowl.
  • Top the rice with the teriyaki chicken, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and sliced cucumber.
  • Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions and sesame seeds just before serving.

Notes

Leftover homemade teriyaki sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for 5–7 days. If needed, reheat the sauce and thin it with a splash of water.