This easy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, steamed rice, and stir-fried vegetables coated in a delicious homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it's packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors and comes together quickly with simple ingredients.
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
For Teriyaki Sauce:
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
In a bowl, mix all teriyaki sauce ingredients except cornstarch slurry.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, cook until browned and cooked through.
Pour in the teriyaki sauce, bring to simmer. Add slurry, cook until sauce thickens.
In a separate pan, sauté broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper until tender-crisp.
Assemble bowls with rice, veggies, chicken, and sauce. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.
Use pre-cooked rice for quicker assembly.
Adjust sweetness and saltiness of the sauce to taste.
Great for meal prep—store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.