Ingredients
Gather around your kitchen, and let’s create something special! Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (substitute with tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking! Follow these steps for a bowl of happiness:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. This is your homemade teriyaki sauce.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the skillet, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. My abuela always said a thick sauce is a sign of love!
- In a separate pot, steam the broccoli and red bell pepper until tender yet crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- To assemble, place a scoop of rice in each bowl, top with the teriyaki chicken and steamed vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for that extra touch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International