Easy 20-Minute Chicken Teriyaki (Print Version)

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

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

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

→ Teriyaki Sauce

02 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/4 cup water
04 - 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
05 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
08 - 2 tsp cornstarch
09 - 2 tsp water (for slurry)

→ Bowl Components

10 - 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
11 - 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup broccoli florets
13 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil

→ Garnishes

14 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
15 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

# How-To Steps:

01 - Prepare the rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
02 - In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk thoroughly.
03 - 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.
04 - Stir in carrots and broccoli, stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.
05 - Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken and vegetables, stirring well. Allow to simmer for 1 minute.
06 - 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.
07 - Fluff cooked rice and distribute into serving bowls. Top with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
08 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions atop each bowl. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Quick 20-minute preparation
  • Easy to customize with vegetables and protein
02 -
  • Substitute brown sugar for honey for a vegan option and use tofu instead of chicken
  • For gluten free use tamari or certified GF soy sauce
03 -
  • Use fresh ginger for the best flavor
  • Ensure the cornstarch slurry is well mixed before adding to avoid lumps
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