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Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep

Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep is a comforting dish featuring juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weekdays and meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce This savory sauce infuses the chicken with rich flavor.
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar Adds tanginess to balance sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp ginger (minced) Elevates the teriyaki flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Provides depth of flavor.
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Adds cozy sweetness.
  • 4 tbsp honey Enhances sweet notes and provides a sticky glaze.
  • 1 tsp sesame oil Adds a nutty flavor.
  • 1/2 cup water Thins out the sauce.
  • 4 tsp cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs (skinless, boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes) Juicy and tender, creating a succulent base.
  • 1 cup white rice Fluffy base that absorbs the teriyaki sauce.
  • 1.5 cup water For cooking the rice.
  • 2 small heads broccoli Adds crunch and nutrition.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For searing the chicken.
  • salt to taste salt Enhances the flavors.
  • black pepper to taste black pepper Enhances the flavors.
  • sesame seeds for garnish sesame seeds Adds a delightful crunch.
  • green onions for garnish green onions Provides a pop of color and taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by adding olive oil to a frying pan and heating it to medium-high.
  2. Add the cut chicken thighs to the pan, cooking on both sides until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, and water. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
  4. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the cooked chicken, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, approximately 5–6 minutes.
  5. Once thickened, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.
Rice and Broccoli Preparation
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water, then cook it in a medium pot with 1 cup of rice and 1.5 cups of water, bringing to a boil before covering and simmering until cooked.
  2. Boil water in another pot and add salt. Cut broccoli into florets and cook for 3–4 minutes until tender.
Assembling and Storing
  1. Fluff the rice and divide it among meal prep containers, adding portions of chicken and broccoli.
  2. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Notes

Marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for an hour before cooking for deeper flavors. Feel free to swap broccoli with other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.