Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice

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A simple, budget-friendly dish featuring tender chicken, steamed broccoli, and a savory dashi broth-based sauce served over rice. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast, florets broccoli, dashi broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.8 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 300g chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 2 cups broccoli florets and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 2 cups dashi broth. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly and the broccoli is fully cooked.
  3. Step 3: Return the cooked chicken to the pan, stir to combine, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Serve over 2 cups cooked rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Japanese-Style Chicken and Broccoli Rice?

Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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