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Teriyaki Bowl

Make a delicious teriyaki bowl at home with this easy recipe! Customize with chicken, beef, or tofu, and enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal in 30 minutes.

This Teriyaki Bowl is a flavorful and healthy meal featuring juicy chicken (or tofu), fresh vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce served over rice. A perfect weeknight dinner that’s easy to make and packed with delicious umami flavors! 🍛🔥

Ingredients

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For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • ¼ cup water
  • 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

For the Teriyaki Bowl:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (or tofu for a vegetarian version)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp green onions, sliced

Instructions

  • Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
    • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
    • Bring to a simmer, then mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir into the sauce.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Cook the Chicken (or Tofu):
    • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
    • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
    • If using tofu, cut into cubes and pan-fry for 4-5 minutes per side until crispy.
  • Sauté the Vegetables:
    • In the same pan, add broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas.
    • Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
  • Assemble the Bowl:
    • Divide cooked rice into bowls.
    • Top with cooked chicken (or tofu) and vegetables.
    • Drizzle generously with teriyaki sauce.
  • Garnish & Serve:
    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
    • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra spice, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the teriyaki sauce.
  • For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
  • For more protein, add edamame or chickpeas.