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Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

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Enjoy delicious and healthy Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep Bowls, perfect for busy weeks. This recipe combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp vegetables with a savory teriyaki sauce, making meal prepping easy and flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup sake
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
  7. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Serve the teriyaki chicken and vegetables over cooked rice.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breast for chicken thighs if preferred.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Store cooked bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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