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Easy Teriyaki Ground Chicken Bowls

These Teriyaki Ground Chicken Bowls are a quick and easy weeknight meal, delivering maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned ground chicken is simmered in a homemade teriyaki sauce and served over fluffy rice with your favorite toppings for a satisfying and customizable dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Cooked rice white or brown
  • Shredded carrots, for topping
  • Chopped green onions, for topping
  • Sesame seeds, for topping
  • Avocado slices, for topping
  • Edamame, for topping

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Cook rice according to package directions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Add ground chicken to the skillet and break it up with a spoon. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  7. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked ground chicken in the skillet.
  8. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  9. Divide the cooked rice among bowls.
  10. Top with the teriyaki ground chicken.
  11. Add your favorite toppings, such as shredded carrots, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, avocado slices, and edamame.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a leaner bowl, use ground chicken breast. Adjust the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce by changing the amount of brown sugar and honey. If the sauce isn't thickening, whisk a little more cornstarch with cold water and add it to the sauce. Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for spice. The teriyaki ground chicken can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store cooked rice separately for optimal texture. Double the sauce for extra flavor and dipping.