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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and colorful bowl featuring marinated grilled chicken, pineapple, and fresh herbs, drizzled with homemade teriyaki glaze.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp pineapple juice from chopped pineapple
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water for thickening

Carbohydrates

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

Fruits & Vegetables

  • 1.5 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions
  • a handful fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional but recommended)
  • a dash sesame seeds for garnish
  • as needed olive oil or avocado oil for grilling

Instructions 

  • Mix soy sauce, honey, pineapple juice, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
  • Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Preheat grill, brush with oil, and grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until cooked and charred. Rest and slice.
  • Simmer leftover marinade, thicken with cornstarch mixed with water, cook 2-3 minutes until glossy.
  • Grill pineapple chunks for 2-3 minutes until golden with grill marks.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, sliced chicken, pineapple, scallions, cilantro, pomegranate seeds, and drizzle with teriyaki glaze. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor and serve immediately for best taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: chicken, Pineapple, teriyaki