Description

This one-pan wonder combines juicy chicken pieces with a sticky teriyaki-barbecue glaze, all nestled over fluffy rice. It’s quick, hearty, and packed with sweet and savory flavor, perfect for a weeknight family dinner.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Salt and pepper to taste

3 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

Sticky Teriyaki BBQ Sauce:

1/3 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons honey

1/4 cup barbecue sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger

1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients except cornstarch slurry.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and done (6–8 mins).
Pour in sauce, stir, and simmer for 2 minutes.
Add cornstarch slurry and cook 2–3 more minutes until thickened.
Add cooked rice, fold gently, and heat through.
Serve garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner