Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki

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This dish features tender chicken pieces glazed in a rich teriyaki sauce, combining soy, ginger, and garlic for balanced flavor. Served over fluffy jasmine rice with crisp broccoli and carrots, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and sweet-savory notes. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s both satisfying and nourishing, perfect for busy evenings. Toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions add finishing touches, delivering depth and freshness to every bite. For variations, swap chicken with tofu or add colorful vegetables like bell peppers.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:09:00 GMT
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Tender chicken glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables for a quick and delicious meal.

This easy recipe has become a favorite for busy weeknights, providing a satisfying meal for the whole family.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: 500 g (1.1 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Teriyaki Sauce: 60 ml (1/4 cup) low-sodium soy sauce, 60 ml (1/4 cup) water, 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 tsp fresh ginger grated, 2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tsp water (for slurry)
  • Bowl Components: 250 g (1 1/4 cups) uncooked jasmine or sushi rice, 150 g (1 cup) carrot julienned or thinly sliced, 150 g (1 cup) broccoli florets, 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Garnishes: 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 spring onions thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1:
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Step 2:
While rice cooks, whisk together soy sauce 60 ml water honey rice vinegar garlic and ginger in a small bowl.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat Add chicken pieces and cook for 45 minutes stirring until golden and cooked through.
Step 4:
Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 23 minutes until just tender.
Step 5:
Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables Stir well and let simmer for 1 minute.
Step 6:
In a small bowl mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to create a slurry Add to the skillet cooking 12 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies.
Step 7:
Fluff the cooked rice and divide among bowls Top each with chicken teriyaki and vegetables.
Step 8:
Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions Serve immediately.
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Family loves gathering around this dish especially on busy nights it always brings smiles.

Required Tools

Large skillet or wok Rice cooker or saucepan Cutting board and knife Small bowls for mixing

Allergen Information

Contains soy (soy sauce) May contain gluten (check soy sauce) Sesame (garnish) Double-check ingredient labels if you have allergies.

Nutritional Information

Calories 430 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 62 g Protein 29 g per serving

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Enjoy this flavorful and quick recipe for a satisfying meal you'll want to make again and again.

Recipe FAQ

What type of chicken works best for this dish?

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces cook evenly and absorb the teriyaki glaze well.

Can I substitute the sweetener in the teriyaki sauce?

Yes, you can replace honey with brown sugar for a similar sweetness and vegan-friendly alternative.

What rice varieties are recommended for serving?

Jasmine or sushi rice provides a fluffy texture that complements the tender chicken and vegetables perfectly.

How do I thicken the teriyaki sauce effectively?

Create a slurry by mixing cornstarch with water and add it to the simmering sauce; this will thicken the glaze to coat the ingredients nicely.

What vegetable substitutions or additions work well here?

Bell peppers, snap peas, or green beans add color, crunch, and enhanced flavor alongside broccoli and carrots.

Is this dish suitable for gluten-free diets?

Use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce to make the dish gluten-free while maintaining the signature taste.

Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki

Tender chicken in sweet-savory teriyaki glaze served on jasmine rice with crisp vegetables for a quick, flavorful meal.

Prep Duration
10 min
Cook Duration
10 min
Overall Time
20 min
Created by Sophia Brown


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Japanese-Inspired

Makes 4 Number of Servings

Diet Preferences No Dairy

What You'll Need

Chicken

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

Teriyaki Sauce

01 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
02 1/4 cup water
03 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
04 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
07 2 tsp cornstarch
08 2 tsp water (for slurry)

Bowl Components

01 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
02 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
03 1 cup broccoli florets
04 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Garnishes

01 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
02 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

How-To Steps

Step 01

Prepare Rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions.

Step 02

Mix Teriyaki Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.

Step 03

Cook Chicken: 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.

Step 04

Add Vegetables: Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.

Step 05

Combine Sauce with Chicken and Vegetables: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well and simmer for 1 minute.

Step 06

Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to make a slurry. Add to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.

Step 07

Assemble Bowls: Fluff the cooked rice and divide among serving bowls. Top each with chicken teriyaki and vegetables.

Step 08

Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions on top. Serve immediately.

Gear Needed

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small bowls for mixing

Allergy Details

Review all components for allergens. If unsure, talk to a healthcare provider.
  • Contains soy from soy sauce.
  • May contain gluten depending on soy sauce used.
  • Contains sesame seeds as garnish.

Per Serving Nutrition Details

Details here are for information—don’t use as medical advice.
  • Calorie Count: 430
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 62 g
  • Proteins: 29 g