🍱 Sticky Teriyaki Chicken with Rice & Broccoli
This quick, flavour-packed dish is your go-to for a healthier takeout-style dinner. Juicy chicken thighs glazed in a sweet soy sauce, served with rice and broccoli - ready in under 30 minutes with just a few pantry staples.
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Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
10 mins
30 mins
Easy
4
Sugars
18g
Kcal
395
Fibre
3g
Fat
10g
Protein
33g
Saturates
2g
Salt
1.8g
Carbs
41g
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Cooking time:
Prep time:
10 mins
Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
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Serves:
30 mins
Easy
4
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18g
Fibre
3g
Protein
33g
Salt
1.8g
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Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
10 mins
30 mins
Easy
4
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Ingredients:
• 4 skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sugar
• Steamed rice, to serve
• Steamed broccoli, to serve
• Sesame seeds, to garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
2. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken, smooth side down, and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and browned. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Pour the sauce into the pan. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat it in the sticky glaze.
4. Slice the chicken and plate with rice and broccoli. Drizzle over any remaining sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using.
Healthy Swaps & Tips:
• Swap sugar for honey or maple syrup
• Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free alternative
• Add sliced red chilli for a spicy kick
• Swap broccoli for edamame or pak choi
• Great with brown rice or cauliflower rice too
Storage & Meal Prep:
• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days
• Reheat in the microwave or pan with a splash of water to loosen the sauce
• Cook a large batch of chicken and freeze portions without rice or veg
Ideal For:
• Busy professionals after a quick midweek dinner
• Fitness fans wanting high-protein, low-fuss meals
• Families looking for kid-friendly Asian-inspired food
• Meal preppers stocking their fridge with healthy lunches
• Anyone trying to recreate their favourite takeaway at home