Sake-Infused Teriyaki Chicken Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

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A Japanese-inspired bowl with tender chicken glazed in a teriyaki sauce made with sake, soy sauce, and mirin, served over steamed rice and sesame seeds. This Japanese-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, sake, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken thighs
1/3 cup sake
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
2 tbsp honey
3 cups steamed white rice
1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 stalks sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup sake, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, and 2 tbsp honey. Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, coat well, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and juices run clear, basting with marinade every 10 minutes.
Step 3: In a small saucepan, bring 1/4 cup marinade to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until it reduces to a glossy glaze (about 5 minutes). Brush this over the chicken before serving.
Step 4: Divide 3 cups steamed rice into bowls. Top with chicken, drizzle with remaining glaze, sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and garnish with sliced green onions.