One Pot Teriyaki Chicken, Rice and Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 tbspcanola oil
- 2boneless skinless chicken breasts
cubed
- salt and pepper
- ½red bell pepper
diced
- ½green bell pepper
diced
- 1 largecarrot
peeled and shredded or 1 cup matchstick carrots
- 2 tspfresh minced garlic
- 1 tspfresh minced ginger
- 2 ¾ clow-sodium chicken broth
- 1 clong-grain white rice
rinsed
- 1 cfrozen peas
- ¼ clow-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsphoney
- 1 tbspvinegar
Directions
- 1
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the pan and cook until browned on the outside, about 2-3 minutes.
- 2
Add peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add carrots, garlic, and ginger, and cook for 1 more minute, stirring continuously.
- 3
Add broth, rice, peas (you can add them at the end for more texture if you prefer), soy sauce, honey, and vinegar, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- 4
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring often, just until rice is al dente (be careful not to overcook). If the liquid is absorbed and the rice is not cooked, simply add additional liquid, ¼ cup at a time.
- 5
Season to taste and serve.
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About this Recipe
Tired of complicated weeknight dinners? Imagine a flavorful, hearty meal with tender teriyaki chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp vegetables, all cooked in a single pot. This One Pot Teriyaki Chicken, Rice and Vegetables recipe is your answer to busy evenings, delivering an incredibly satisfying dinner in just 30 minutes.
This recipe is a weeknight game-changer because it delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. By cooking everything together in one pan, the long-grain white rice absorbs all the savory low-sodium chicken broth and sweet-and-tangy teriyaki sauce, creating a deeply satisfying dish without the fuss of multiple pots and pans. It's a truly efficient way to bring a wholesome meal to your table.
You can expect a vibrant dish where succulent cubes of chicken are coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki glaze made from low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and vinegar. The rice will be perfectly cooked, infused with sweet and savory notes from the sauce, while diced red and green bell peppers and shredded carrots add a pleasant crunch and fresh sweetness. Frozen peas complete this colorful and balanced meal, making it a complete dinner that's both comforting and satisfying for the whole family.
Customization & Variations:
- You can adjust the balance of low-sodium soy sauce and honey to suit your preference for more savory or sweet in the teriyaki sauce.
- Feel free to use more or less of the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, or shredded carrots based on what you have on hand or your family's preferences. The addition of frozen peas is a simple way to add more green.
Perfect for a busy weeknight, this One Pot Teriyaki Chicken, Rice and Vegetables makes a complete and satisfying meal on its own. Serve it straight from the pot for an easy family dinner that everyone will love.