Teriyaki Chicken Donburi
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes | 🍳 Cook Time: 20 minutes
Embark on a delightful culinary journey to Japan with this simple yet flavor-packed Teriyaki Chicken Donburi, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Imagine the bustling streets of Tokyo, where the aroma of teriyaki sauce fills the air. Teriyaki Chicken Donburi brings the essence of Japanese street food right to your kitchen. This dish is a harmonious blend of savory chicken, sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce, and steamed rice, topped with refreshing vegetables. It's a beloved classic in Japan, ideal for those evenings when you crave something exotic yet easy to prepare.
Ingredients
🍽️ Number of Servings: 4 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 250
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 cups of steamed white rice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup mirin
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
Sesame seeds, for garnish
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Steps
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki sauce.
Step 2
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned.
Step 4
Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
Step 5
Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
Step 6
In a separate pan, lightly sauté the mushrooms and carrot until tender.
Step 7
Divide the steamed rice into four bowls. Top each bowl with the teriyaki chicken, sautéed vegetables, and green onions.
Step 8
Garnish with sesame seeds.
Make it your own!
For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu or tempeh.
Add a fried egg on top for an extra layer of richness.
Spice it up with a drizzle of sriracha or sprinkle of chili flakes.
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