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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

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High Protein | Weight Watchers Friendly


Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Sugar Snap Peas keeps dinner simple and fast. That’s exactly what I crave on those busy days when cooking feels like a chore.

You get juicy chicken and crisp sugar snap peas. There’s just the right hit of savory-sweet teriyaki flavor, all piled over fluffy rice.

The ingredients are pretty basic. The whole meal is ready in just minutes.

If you’re after healthy dinner ideas or a quick chicken recipe that actually satisfies, this bowl fits.

Grab a small saucepan and a measuring cup and honestly, that’s about it.

I find myself making this on repeat, whether it’s a healthy lunch or a no-fuss dinner after work. It doesn’t take much effort, but wow, it brings all the flavor.

Glazed teriyaki chicken sliced over steamed white rice, topped with toasted sesame seeds. Crisp sugar snap peas sit in the back, adding bright green color. A silver fork rests at the edge of the bowl.

Why You’ll Love This Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Sugar Snap Peas

Quick to Make

This bowl comes together in 15 minutes, making it great for busy nights.

Simple Ingredients

You only need chicken, rice, snap peas, and teriyaki sauce—nothing complicated.

Healthy Dinner Idea

It’s light, balanced, and works well for healthy meals and meal prep.

Great for One or Many

Easily double or triple the recipe if you want to feed more people.

Glazed teriyaki chicken sliced over steamed white rice, sprinkled with sesame seeds. Fresh sugar snap peas, lettuce, scrambled egg, and two bright cherry tomatoes sit alongside, with a silver fork resting at the edge of the bowl.

Ingredient Substitutions

Swap the Protein

You can use cooked tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for a different twist.

Use Any Grain

Brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice all work if you want something different from white rice.

Change the Veggies

Try snow peas, broccoli florets, or bell peppers if you don’t have sugar snap peas.
Tips and Tricks

Tips and Tricks

Add Some Heat
Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to bring some spice.

Make It Even Faster
Use pre-cooked rice or leftover chicken to save extra time.

More Flavor
Add a squeeze of fresh lime or scatter sesame seeds on top before serving.

Glazed teriyaki chicken sliced over steamed white rice, topped with toasted sesame seeds. Crisp sugar snap peas sit in the back, adding bright green color. A silver fork rests at the edge of the bowl.

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl with Sugar Snap Peas is a quick and healthy meal made with juicy chicken, crisp snap peas, and savory teriyaki sauce served over rice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Coat a small saucepan with cooking spray.
  • Place the pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sugar snap peas and sauté until they start to soften, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the cooked chicken and teriyaki sauce to the pan.
  • Stir and cook until the chicken is heated through and the snap peas are crisp-tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Spoon the rice into a bowl.
  • Top the rice with the chicken and sugar snap peas mixture.

Notes

7 WW Points

Tips and Tricks

Add Some Heat – Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to bring some spice.
Make It Even Faster – Use pre-cooked rice or leftover chicken to save extra time.
More Flavor – Add a squeeze of fresh lime or scatter sesame seeds on top before serving.

Storing and Reheating

Storing – Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating – Reheat the rice and chicken mixture in the microwave until warmed through. Add a splash of water or extra teriyaki sauce if needed to keep it moist.

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 26gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1481mgPotassium: 622mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1091IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 5mg
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