Description
This Teriyaki Chicken Bowl offers a symphony of textures and flavors, combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, umami-like glaze over a bed of fluffy rice. It's a vibrant, healthy meal that's easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1/2 cup Coconut Aminos (or Tamari)
3 tbsp Raw Honey
1 tbsp Fresh Grated Ginger
3 cloves Minced Garlic
1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
2 cups Broccoli Florets
1 large Carrot (julienned)
1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced)
1/2 cup Snap Peas
2 tbsp Avocado Oil
3 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or Cauliflower Rice
Sliced Green Onions (for garnish)
Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Sliced Radishes (for garnish)
Fresh Avocado (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Glaze: In a small glass bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, raw honey, freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame oil until smooth
- Sear the Chicken: Heat one tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from pa
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of avocado oil and sauté the broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and snap peas for about 5 minutes
- Thicken the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the vegetables and simmer for 2 minutes
- Combine and Coat: Add the seared chicken back into the skillet and toss until everything is coated in the sauce
- Assemble the Bowl: Scoop rice into a bowl and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Drizzle with any remaining sauce
- Add the Final Flourish: Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and avocado slices
Notes
Pat chicken dry before cooking to achieve a good sear.
Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor.
Store leftovers in separate compartments to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg