Description
Discover the joy of Teriyaki Grilled Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowls—a delightful dish that combines tender grilled chicken with fresh, vibrant vegetables all drizzled in a homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this quick recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and delivers a flavor explosion that’s both satisfying and nutritious. With customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt this healthy meal to suit your family’s taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a delicious weeknight dinner, these rice bowls are sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3 1/2 Tbsp olive oil (divided, plus more for brushing grill)
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1 medium zucchini (diced into half moons and quartered)
- 1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots
- 2 1/2 cups small diced broccoli florets
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups white or brown rice (cooked according to package directions)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- To make the teriyaki sauce, mix soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl; whisk until well blended.
- Marinate chicken in half of the teriyaki sauce in a resealable bag for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat; brush with olive oil.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- In a skillet, sauté zucchini, carrots, and broccoli in olive oil until tender yet crisp (about 5-7 minutes).
- Assemble by placing cooked rice in bowls topped with grilled chicken and sautéed vegetables; drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or beef for variety. Add seasonal veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for extra flavor. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu or tempeh.