Japanese BBQ Chicken Rice (Printable Recipe)
Tasty BBQ chicken, fluffy rice, colorful veggies, and nutty sesame come together in this bright, Japanese-inspired bowl of comfort.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
→ Staples
02 -
2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice, day-old preferred
→ Oils and Seasonings
03 -
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
04 -
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
05 -
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
06 -
Salt, to taste
07 -
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Sauces
08 -
3 tablespoons Japanese BBQ sauce
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
09 -
1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 cup mixed vegetables, such as peas, carrots, and corn
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
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2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
→ Eggs
14 -
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Combine diced chicken with 2 tablespoons Japanese BBQ sauce in a mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly and set aside for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
02 -
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed to develop a golden crust, sautéing for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked and caramelised. Remove chicken and set aside.
03 -
Add additional oil if needed. Pour in beaten eggs and gently stir, forming soft curds. Remove eggs from the pan once just set and reserve.
04 -
Add garlic and ginger to the skillet; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped onion and mixed vegetables, and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent and vegetables are crisp-tender.
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Add day-old rice, breaking up any clumps so the grains remain separate. Drizzle with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Stir-fry until rice is heated through and evenly coated with seasoning.
06 -
Return seared chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon Japanese BBQ sauce and gently toss until all components are well integrated and evenly sauced.
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Adjust the final seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to your preference. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving hot.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Day-old rice is preferred as it retains less moisture, resulting in separate grains and authentic fried rice texture.