Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki

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This dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, paired with vibrant carrots and broccoli. Served over fragrant jasmine rice, it combines quick cooking methods with fresh ingredients to create a flavorful and balanced meal in just 20 minutes. Toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions add a finishing touch of texture and aroma.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:36:00 GMT
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Tender chicken glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables for a quick and delicious meal.

This recipe became a family favorite because it combines ease and flavor perfectly.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: 500 g (1.1 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Teriyaki Sauce: 60 ml (1/4 cup) low-sodium soy sauce, 60 ml (1/4 cup) water, 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated, 2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tsp water (for slurry)
  • Bowl Components: 250 g (1 1/4 cups) uncooked jasmine or sushi rice, 150 g (1 cup) carrot, julienned or thinly sliced, 150 g (1 cup) broccoli florets, 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Garnishes: 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1:
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Step 2:
While rice cooks, whisk together soy sauce, 60 ml water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 4 5 minutes, stirring until golden and cooked through.
Step 4:
Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet and stir fry for 2 3 minutes until just tender.
Step 5:
Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well and let simmer for 1 minute.
Step 6:
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to create a slurry. Add to the skillet, cooking 1 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies.
Step 7:
Fluff the cooked rice and divide among bowls. Top each with chicken teriyaki and vegetables.
Step 8:
Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions. Serve immediately.
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This dish often brings the whole family together around the table for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Required Tools

Large skillet or wok, rice cooker or saucepan, cutting board and knife, small bowls for mixing

Allergen Information

Contains soy (soy sauce), may contain gluten (check soy sauce), sesame (garnish).

Nutritional Information

Calories: 430, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 62 g, Protein: 29 g per serving.

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Enjoy this flavorful and quick meal any night of the week for a delightful dinner.

Questions & Answers

What type of chicken cuts work best?

Boneless, skinless breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces cook evenly and absorb the teriyaki glaze well.

Can I substitute honey in the teriyaki sauce?

Brown sugar makes a great alternative, offering a similar sweetness and depth of flavor.

How do I ensure the sauce coats the chicken evenly?

Mixing cornstarch with water to create a slurry and adding it towards the end thickens the sauce for perfect coverage.

What vegetables complement this dish?

Carrots and broccoli provide color and crunch, but bell peppers or snap peas can be added for variety.

Can this dish be adapted for gluten-free diets?

Use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce to maintain flavor without gluten.

How long does the entire cooking process take?

About 20 minutes total, including 10 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking.

Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki

Tender chicken with teriyaki glaze, served over fluffy rice and crisp vegetables for a fast meal.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Overall Time
20 minutes
Created by Carter Phillips


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Japanese-Inspired

Portions 4 Serving Size

Diet Preferences No Dairy

What You’ll Need

Chicken

01 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Teriyaki Sauce

01 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
02 1/4 cup water
03 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
04 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
07 2 tsp cornstarch
08 2 tsp water (for slurry)

Bowl Components

01 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
02 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
03 1 cup broccoli florets
04 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Garnishes

01 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
02 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

How-To Steps

Step 01

Cook Rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions until fluffy.

Step 02

Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk thoroughly.

Step 03

Sear Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring until golden and cooked through.

Step 04

Add Vegetables: Stir in carrots and broccoli, stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.

Step 05

Combine Sauce and Simmer: Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken and vegetables, stirring well. Allow to simmer for 1 minute.

Step 06

Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to form slurry. Add to skillet and cook 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats chicken and vegetables.

Step 07

Assemble Bowls: Fluff cooked rice and distribute into serving bowls. Top with the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Step 08

Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions atop each bowl. Serve immediately.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small bowls for mixing

Allergy Warnings

Review every ingredient for allergens and ask a professional if you’re unsure.
  • Contains soy from soy sauce
  • May contain gluten depending on soy sauce choice
  • Contains sesame seeds as garnish

Nutrition Info (for each serving)

These nutrition details are for reference and don’t replace medical guidance.
  • Energy: 430
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 62 g
  • Proteins: 29 g