Description
Super Fresh Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Greens & Guac is a vibrant and satisfying meal that combines juicy teriyaki-glazed chicken, fresh veggies, fluffy rice, and creamy guacamole. It’s easy to prepare, perfect for meal prep, and bursting with color and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, arugula, etc.)
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup edamame or snap peas (optional)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic or onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
- Sesame seeds, green onions, sriracha or spicy mayo, pickled ginger (optional toppings)
Instructions
- Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and a splash of water in a bowl.
- Cook sauce in a skillet, stir in cornstarch slurry, and simmer until thickened.
- Heat oil in a skillet, sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Add teriyaki sauce and simmer until coated. Slice or chop the chicken.
- Mash avocados with lime juice, garlic/onion powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Build bowls with rice, greens, cucumber, carrot, cabbage, and edamame. Top with chicken and guac.
- Finish with sesame seeds, green onions, or a drizzle of spicy mayo if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with tofu, shrimp, or grilled veggies for variety.
- Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
- Add mango or pineapple for a sweet contrast.
- Store components separately for meal prep; add guac just before serving.
- Use bottled teriyaki sauce to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg