Japanese Chicken Donburi
A classic Japanese dish made with grilled chicken, served over a bed of rice and topped with a sweet and savory sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs chicken breastboneless, skinless
- ●2 cups sushi riceJapanese short-grain rice
- ●1 cup donburi saucestore-bought or homemade
- ●1 bunch green onionsthinly sliced
- ●1/4 cup sesame seeds
- ●1 cup grated daikonoptional
- ●2 tbsp soy sauce
- ●1 tbsp brown sugar
- ●2 tbsp rice vinegar
- ●1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
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1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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2. Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and your favorite Japanese seasonings.
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3. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
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4. Meanwhile, prepare sushi rice according to package instructions.
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5. In a small saucepan, combine donburi sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
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6. In a large bowl, combine cooked sushi rice, donburi sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well to combine.
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7. Slice grilled chicken into thin strips.
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8. Assemble donburi by placing a scoop of rice onto a plate, followed by a few slices of chicken, and topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and grated daikon (if using).
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9. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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10. Garnish with additional green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.