This homemade Teriyaki Chicken Bowl is loaded with marinated chicken, rice, veggies and a flavorful sauce. Once the chicken has marinated, it takes only 20 minutes to prepare this Teriyaki chicken rice bowl topped with mango, peppers, edamame and crunchy sesame seeds. This all-in-one meal is a simple stir-fry dish perfect for busy nights. If your family loves Asian flavors, they will love this chicken teriyaki bowl.
Heat a skillet over medium flame, and add soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Bring it to a rolling boil and cornstarch slurry (cornstarch + water) and season with salt and pepper. The Mixture starts to thicken and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Allow the teriyaki sauce to cool down.
In a bowl with the chicken breasts, pour half of the prepared teriyaki sauce and marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour.
Place the marinated chicken breasts on the griddle or grill pan and cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through by turning the chicken halfway through.
Once done, transfer the chicken to a plate and allow them to rest for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, add the mango chunks and bell peppers to the griddle and cook for 2 minutes. Once done, set it aside.
Start assembling the Teriyaki chicken bowl; place a layer of rice in a serving bowl. Top the rice with sliced Teriyaki chicken, grilled mango, grilled bell peppers, edamame, and carrots.
Drizzle the reserved Teriyaki sauce on top and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red chili flakes.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate in the homemade teriyaki sauce for at least 1 hour or overnight to enhance the flavors.
Don't overcrowd the pan or skillet when cooking the chicken or it won’t brown and caramelize.
Use a non-stick pan to prevent the teriyaki sauce from sticking and make cleaning easier.
Adjust the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce by varying the amount of sugar.
Customize with toppings and vegetables for a personalized bowl. Add sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro for freshness. You can also top the rice bowl with steamed or stir-fried vegetables like broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas.
Double the sauce so you have extra for drizzling or to use on grilled meats and seafood later in the week.
Garnish just before serving.
Swap out the chicken with other proteins like beef, shrimp, tofu, or even salmon. Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the protein you choose.