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Teriyaki Chicken Avocado Rice

Savory Teriyaki Chicken Avocado Rice for a Quick Delight

This Teriyaki Chicken Avocado Rice combines glazed chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy avocado for a quick gluten-free and dairy-free meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Consider boneless chicken thighs for added moisture or shrimp/tofu for vegetarian options.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari Ensure tamari is gluten-free, or opt for coconut aminos.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Brown Sugar Use maple syrup as a great substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Substitute with garlic powder if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Dried ginger can work in a pinch if fresh isn't on hand.
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or Sushi Rice Short-grain rice or nutty brown rice are delicious alternatives.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Enhances flavor; it can be skipped for a simpler taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil can substitute for a different flavor.
For the Avocado
  • 2 pieces Ripe Avocados Mash just before serving; add citrus juice to prevent browning.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime or Lemon Juice Brightens the avocado flavor beautifully.
For Seasoning and Garnishing
  • to taste Salt Essential in enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential in enhancing flavors.
  • optional Sesame Seeds Adds color and crunch; highly recommended for presentation.
  • optional Chopped Green Onions Adds color and crunch; highly recommended for presentation.
  • optional Pickled Ginger Adds flavor; highly recommended for presentation.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce by whisking together soy sauce or tamari, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger.
  2. Cook Chicken by heating sesame oil, searing chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Simmer with Sauce by pouring teriyaki sauce over chicken and cooking on low heat for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Prepare Rice by tossing cooked jasmine rice with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Mash Avocados by mixing ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
  6. Assemble Stacks by compressing seasoned rice into molds, layering with avocado mash and teriyaki chicken.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and pickled ginger.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, mash avocados just before serving and toss warm rice with seasonings while warm for flavor absorption.

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