--- title: "Teriyaki Chicken with Rice and Vegetables — Easy Homemade Pollo Teriyaki" description: "Versión en Español. Teriyaki chicken with rice and vegetables is strips of chicken breast browned with garlic and ginger and glazed with a homemade sauce of soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and cornstar..." url: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/teriyaki-chicken-rice-vegetables-pollo-teriyaki-recipe/ date: 2026-10-05 modified: 2026-10-05 author: "Carlos Uhart M." image: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/teriyaki-chicken-rice-vegetables-featured.jpg categories: ["Main Dishes"] type: post lang: en --- # Teriyaki Chicken with Rice and Vegetables — Easy Homemade Pollo Teriyaki [Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-pollo-teriyaki-con-arroz-y-verduras-facil-y-sabroso/) ![Teriyaki chicken with rice and stir fried vegetables](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/teriyaki-chicken-rice-vegetables-featured.jpg)*Teriyaki chicken with rice and vegetables* Teriyaki chicken with rice and vegetables is strips of chicken breast browned with garlic and ginger and glazed with a homemade sauce of soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and cornstarch, served over white rice with stir fried carrot, red pepper, broccoli, and red onion and topped with toasted sesame seeds. It takes 20 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking, and serves 4. A Japanese style dish that balances sweet and salty flavors, juicy chicken, and crisp vegetables. Contents - [1. How to Make Teriyaki Chicken?](#How_to_Make_Teriyaki_Chicken) - [2. Nutritional Information](#Nutritional_Information) - [3. Homemade Teriyaki Chicken with Rice Recipe](#Homemade_Teriyaki_Chicken_with_Rice_Recipe) - [3.1. Ingredients](#Ingredients) - [3.2. Instructions](#Instructions) - [4. Additional Tips](#Additional_Tips) - [4.1. Marinate the chicken](#Marinate_the_chicken) - [4.2. Glaze gently](#Glaze_gently) - [4.3. Use thighs for juicier meat](#Use_thighs_for_juicier_meat) - [5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs) - [5.1. 1. What can I use if I do not have mirin?](#1_What_can_I_use_if_I_do_not_have_mirin) - [5.2. 2. Can I use another cut of chicken?](#2_Can_I_use_another_cut_of_chicken) - [5.3. 3. How do I keep teriyaki sauce from being too salty?](#3_How_do_I_keep_teriyaki_sauce_from_being_too_salty) - [5.4. 4. Can I make the teriyaki sauce ahead?](#4_Can_I_make_the_teriyaki_sauce_ahead) - [6. History of Teriyaki](#History_of_Teriyaki) - [7. Did You Know?](#Did_You_Know) - [8. Recommended](#Recommended) ## How to Make Teriyaki Chicken? It comes together in three steps: cook the rice, stir fry the vegetables, and brown the chicken in the homemade teriyaki sauce, made with soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. ## Nutritional Information Each 400 g serving of teriyaki chicken with rice and vegetables contains approximately 450 kcal, 35 g of protein, 10 g of total fat (2 g of saturated fat), 85 mg of cholesterol, 50 g of carbohydrates, 12 g of sugars, and 900 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes. ## Homemade Teriyaki Chicken with Rice Recipe **Preparation:** 20 minutes **Cooking:** 25 minutes **Servings:** 4 ### Ingredients - 500 g of chicken breast, cut into strips - 4 tablespoons of soy sauce - 2 tablespoons of sesame oil - 1 cup of white rice - 2 garlic cloves, chopped - 2 tablespoons of mirin - 1 teaspoon of grated ginger - 1 tablespoon of brown sugar - 1 teaspoon of cornstarch - 1 carrot, julienned - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips - 1 head of broccoli, in florets - 1 red onion, sliced - Toasted sesame seeds ### Instructions 1. Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear and cook it according to the package directions. Set aside. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or large skillet. ![Skinless chicken breasts for teriyaki chicken](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/chicken-breast-teriyaki.jpg)*Chicken Breasts* 1. Add the carrot, bell pepper, broccoli, and onion and stir fry over medium high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until tender but crisp. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, heat the remaining oil, add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken strips and cook until golden on all sides. ![Homemade teriyaki sauce for chicken](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/homemade-teriyaki-sauce-chicken.jpg)*Teriyaki Sauce* 1. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken and cook over medium heat until it thickens and coats the chicken evenly. Serve a portion of rice on each plate with the vegetables and teriyaki chicken, sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. ## Additional Tips ### Marinate the chicken Leave the chicken in the soy, mirin, and sugar mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the fridge, for more flavor and juiciness. ### Glaze gently Cook the sauce over medium low heat so it thickens slowly into a glossy glaze without burning. ![Toasted sesame seeds for teriyaki chicken](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/sesame-seeds-teriyaki-chicken.jpg)*Sesame Seeds* ### Use thighs for juicier meat Boneless, skinless chicken thighs stay juicier and hold up well to glazing. | Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Mirin | White wine with 1 teaspoon of sugar | 2 tablespoons | Pantry swap | | Soy sauce | Low sodium soy sauce | 4 tablespoons | Less salt | | Chicken breast | Boneless chicken thighs | 500 g | Juicier | | White rice | Brown rice | 1 cup | More fiber | ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ### 1. What can I use if I do not have mirin? A mix of white wine and an extra teaspoon of sugar, or a small amount of dry sherry. ### 2. Can I use another cut of chicken? Yes, boneless skinless thighs are juicier and resist drying out while glazing. ### 3. How do I keep teriyaki sauce from being too salty? Use low sodium soy sauce, taste the sauce before adding it, and loosen it with a little water or broth if needed. ### 4. Can I make the teriyaki sauce ahead? Yes, it keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. ## History of Teriyaki Teriyaki comes from the Japanese words teri, shine, and yaki, grilling. The method developed in Japan to glaze fish and meat with a sweet, glossy sauce, and teriyaki chicken is now one of its most popular versions worldwide. ## Did You Know? Mirin, a key ingredient in teriyaki sauce, is a sweet rice wine used in Japanese cooking to balance flavors. ## Recommended - [Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/homemade-teriyaki-sauce-recipe/) - [Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chicken-broccoli-stir-fry-saltado-de-brocoli-recipe/) - [Chilean Mongolian Chicken Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-mongolian-chicken-pollo-mongoliano-recipe/) - [Kibbeh Nayyeh Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/kibbeh-nayyeh-raw-arabic-tartare-recipe/)