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Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki Bowls

This Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki is a quick, satisfying meal with tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and fluffy rice!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 cups teriyaki sauce divided
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked Jasmine rice washed, rinsed and drained thoroughly
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil or olive oil
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
  • 1 head fresh broccoli chopped into florets
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Green onion chopped, for garnish
  • Sriracha hot sauce (or crushed red pepper flakes), optional

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the bell peppers and broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the Jasmine rice until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, which helps achieve fluffy rice.
  2. Sprinkle the boneless skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ground ginger. This will infuse the chicken with flavor while it cooks.
  3. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add the toasted sesame oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside. Add the rinsed rice and low-sodium chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine, ensuring the rice is submerged in the liquid.
  5. Place the sautéed chicken on top of the rice mixture. Pour 1 cup of the teriyaki sauce over the chicken, then add the chopped bell peppers and broccoli on top.
  6. Secure the lid on your Instant Pot and set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Carefully remove the lid and shred the chicken with two forks right in the pot. Stir everything together, allowing the rice to absorb the teriyaki sauce. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and a drizzle of Sriracha if desired.

Notes

  • For a lower-carb option, swap the Jasmine rice for cauliflower rice.
  • Use tofu or tempeh instead of chicken for a vegetarian version.
  • Any other vegetables like snap peas or zucchini can be used in place of bell peppers and broccoli.
  • Switch up the teriyaki sauce with a homemade version for a fresh spin.