Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki (Printable)

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

# What You'll 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cook the rice according to package instructions.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and 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 - Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.
05 - Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well and simmer for 1 minute.
06 - 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.
07 - Fluff the cooked rice and divide among serving bowls. Top each with chicken teriyaki and vegetables.
08 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions on top. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick 20-minute preparation time
  • Delicious Japanese-Inspired flavors
02 -
  • Substitute brown sugar for honey for a vegan option and use tofu instead of chicken
  • Add bell peppers or snap peas for more color and crunch
03 -
  • Use tamari to make this dish gluten-free
  • Cook vegetables just enough to retain crunch for best texture
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