Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

chicken breasts

skinless, boneless

1 cup

teriyaki marinade

1 tbsp

orange juice concentrate

2 cup

water

1 cup

short-grain white rice

uncooked

1 tbsp

peanut oil

1 unit

onion

cut into strips

1 unit

zucchini

cut into strips

1 tbsp

soy sauce

or to taste

1 tbsp

black sesame seeds

1 unit

avocado

chopped

1 tsp

wasabi paste

or to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Marinate chicken breasts in teriyaki marinade and orange juice concentrate for 6-8 hours in the refrigerator.

Step 2
~3 min

Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan.

Step 3
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 18 minutes).

Step 4
~3 min

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add chicken breasts (discarding marinade) and cook until browned on both sides and no longer pink (about 6 minutes per side).

Step 6
~3 min

Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Slice chicken into strips.

Step 8
~3 min

Heat peanut oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook and stir onion until softened (about 5 minutes).

Step 10
~3 min

Add zucchini and cook until almost tender (about 5 minutes).

Step 11
~3 min

Return chicken strips to the skillet.

Step 12
~3 min

Drizzle soy sauce on top.

Step 13
~3 min

Stir in black sesame seeds.

Step 14
~3 min

Gently fold in avocado.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve chicken mixture over rice, with wasabi paste alongside.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.

Garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso soup
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

California, USA

Cultural Significance

A fusion dish inspired by Japanese sushi and Californian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual lunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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