Teriyaki Chicken Rice

Teriyaki Chicken Rice is a deliciously sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken coated in a rich teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice. This Halal American supper is perfect for a cozy dinner, combining the flavors of Japanese cuisine with a comforting home-cooked feel.

Ingredients

• Boneless chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Mirin - 30 ml
• Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cooked jasmine rice - 300 grams
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
2. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and marinate them in the teriyaki sauce for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce into the skillet and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
6. Serve the teriyaki chicken over a bed of jasmine rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 63 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Contains antioxidants from ginger and garlic, which may boost the immune system.

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