Classic Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs(paid link)
• ½ cup soy sauce(paid link)
• ¼ cup mirin(paid link)
• ¼ cup sake(paid link)
• 3 tbsp sugar(paid link)
• 1 tbsp ginger(paid link)
• 2 cloves garlic(paid link)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil(paid link)
• 2 cup rice(paid link)
• 2 cup broccoli florets(paid link)
• 1 cup carrots(paid link)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds(paid link)
• 2 tbsp scallions(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook rice according to package directions. While rice cooks, prepare the teriyaki sauce.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

   5 min

3. 3

   Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes.

   5 min

5. 5

   Add broccoli florets and carrots to the skillet with the chicken. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

   3 min

6. 6

   Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce glazes the ingredients.

   1 min

7. 7

   Serve the teriyaki chicken and vegetables over the cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.

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