Japanese Chicken Rice Bowl
A delightful and easy-to-make Japanese-inspired chicken rice bowl that combines savory flavors with tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients
- 1cupJapanese short-grain rice
- 1lbchicken breast
- 2tspsoy sauce
- 1tablespoonsake
- 1cupsugar
- 1tspsesame oil
- 2stalksgreen onions, sliced
Nutrition
250
63 per serving
25g
50% DV
8g
11% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 2g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Rinse 1 cup of Japanese short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions for perfectly fluffy rice.
- 2
In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sake, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Add 1 pound of chicken breast and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken into thin strips for easy serving.
- 5
Serve the sliced chicken over the cooked Japanese rice. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh touch and serve immediately.