Healthy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies
Healthy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies is a vibrant and nutritious meal that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice, all coated in a delicious homemade teriyaki sauce. This dish is perfect for any meal of the day—whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, it’s also an excellent option for meal prepping or feeding the family. Each bite bursts with flavor and freshness, making it a delightful choice that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 cup cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (steamed)
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive or vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and water to create the teriyaki sauce.
- Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned.
- Add teriyaki sauce to the skillet and simmer. Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Steam broccoli florets for about 2-3 minutes until bright green.
- Assemble bowls by placing cooked rice at the base, then topping with glazed chicken, steamed broccoli, sliced cucumber, and cubed avocado.
- Garnish with sliced green onion before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg