Japanese Chicken Scallion Rice Bowl

Experience the comforting flavors of a Japanese Chicken Scallion Rice Bowl, a harmonious blend of tender, golden-browned chicken thighs, caramelized scallions, and fluffy short-grain rice. This quick and easy recipe features a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, and sake, bringing authentic Japanese flavors to your table in just 35 minutes. Each bowl is finished with a drizzle of fragrant sesame oil and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, creating a beautifully balanced dish that's both satisfying and visually appealing. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner, this rice bowl is a one-pot masterpiece that's sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 6 stalks Scallions (green onions)
• 4 cups Cooked Japanese short-grain rice
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 2 tablespoons Sake
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Trim the scallions, separating the white and green parts. Slice the white parts into 1-inch pieces and finely chop the green parts for garnish.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar to create the sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Flip the chicken pieces and add the white parts of the scallions to the skillet. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the scallions are slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the chicken and scallions evenly. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Drizzle the sesame oil over the chicken and give it a final stir. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Divide the cooked rice between four bowls. Spoon the chicken and scallion mixture over the rice, ensuring each bowl gets a generous amount of sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with the chopped green parts of the scallions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1398.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362.6

Total Fat 77.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 436mg	0%
Sodium 2648.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1613.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 46.3%