Healthy Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl
A light and flavorful Japanese-inspired chicken teriyaki rice bowl made with lean chicken breast, steamed vegetables, and a simple homemade teriyaki-style sauce.

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450 calories
$8.5 per serving
$30 min
4 servings
general, japanese cuisine
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Cook brown rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- 2.In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, ginger, and a pinch of black pepper to make the light teriyaki sauce.
- 3.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breast pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4.Add sliced onion, carrot, and broccoli to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 5.Pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes until everything is coated and warmed through.
- 6.Serve the chicken and vegetables over bowls of warm brown rice.
Nutrition Information
11g
fat
45g
carbs
6g
fiber
32g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is healthy because it uses lean protein, fiber-rich vegetables, and a lighter homemade teriyaki sauce with less sugar and oil, making it nutritious, balanced, and heart-friendly.