Teriyaki Grilled Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowls
Teriyaki Grilled Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. This dish features succulent grilled chicken tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, accompanied by an array of colorful vegetables, all served over a bed of fluffy rice. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these bowls are not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With customizable ingredients to suit your taste preferences, you can enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal that brings the flavors of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 Tbsp light-brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 1/2 cups matchstick carrots
- 2 1/2 cups small diced broccoli florets
- Cooked white or brown rice (1.5 – 2 cups)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar to create the teriyaki sauce.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the sauce for at least 15 minutes (or up to overnight for more flavor).
- Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat with olive oil.
- Grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- In a skillet, sauté zucchini, carrots, and broccoli in remaining olive oil for 5–7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Thicken reserved teriyaki marinade with cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, grilled chicken slices, sautéed vegetables, and drizzle with thickened teriyaki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg