Cooker Teriyaki Chicken with Sticky Rice
Cooker teriyaki chicken with sticky rice is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that transforms any meal into a special occasion. This easy recipe features tender, juicy chicken coated in a luscious teriyaki sauce, paired perfectly with fluffy sticky rice. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a dish that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also impresses your family and friends. Whether it’s for a busy weeknight or an elegant dinner party, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups sticky rice
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until combined.
- Heat oil in cooker over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Cook sticky rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork when done.
- Plate the chicken over sticky rice and garnish with green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Substitute chicken with tofu or beef for variations. - Adjust sweetness or saltiness in the sauce to match your preference.