Chicken and Rice Bowl
This easy chicken and rice bowl recipe is a one-pot dinner packed with bold teriyaki flavor, veggies, and tender chicken—perfect for busy nights!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 681kcal
Equipment
- cutting board
- knife
- saute pan or large skillet
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups broccoli florets chopped
- 1 carrot julienned
- 1 red bell pepper julienned
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil substitute with olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce can substitute with coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 pound chicken shredded
- 17 ounces fried rice use 2-8.5 ounces packages of frozen rice, or see notes for how to make homemade fried rice
- ⅓ cup green onions chopped
- 1 cup peas defrosted
Instructions
- In a pot add the broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and avocado oil. Saute over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and ginger. Saute for additional 1 minute.
- Add the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and honey. Mix until combined.
- To the pot add the chicken, rice, green onions, and peas. Stir until everything is heated through.
Notes
See our how to make homemade fried rice recipe to make your own.
Recipe Variations:
- Sweet and spicy style: Add a touch of sweetness by stirring in a tablespoon of pineapple juice or diced fresh pineapple. Balance it with a drizzle of Sriracha or paprika for heat.
- Southwest-inspired bowl: Use salsa instead of teriyaki, and swap peas and broccoli for black beans and corn. Finish with chili powder, fresh lime juice, and a sprinkle of cheddar or crumbled feta cheese.
- Creamy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: Stir in a splash of coconut milk with Adobo sauce and shredded coconut for a tropical-inspired variation.
- Asian-Inspired Flavors: Toss in a dash of low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil, and top with green onions, kimchi, gochujang, or a dollop of Sriracha mayo.
- You can keep the leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Meal prep in advance by storing portions in meal prep containers for grab-and-go meals.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 681kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 60g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1045mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2784IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg