Emotionally, for any real experience, it’s that Chicken Teriyaki Bowl by Jack in the Box. Comforting and satisfying-adjective all there is to it-tender chicken, sweet, and savory teriyaki sauce, and fluffy rice all meet in one bowl-simple, filling, and delicious. This is DIY material for me as it becomes much cheaper, healthier, and honestly, tastes the same as the fast food version. Super easy to make, you could probably whip it up on a busy weeknight.

What is Jack In The Box Chicken Teriyaki Bowl All About?

Jack In The Box is one of the most sought-after items on the menu in the popular fast-food chain. It’s just-baked, grilled chicken that’s glazed with a rich, thick, teriyaki sauce and served over white rice. Then you get side dishes of stir-fried vegetables: broccoli, carrot, and cabbage; an incredible mouthfeel, part sweet, part salty, and umami. In an instant, it fills your comfort, bottomless bowl.

Ingredients

For the chicken and rice

2 cups cooked white rice
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pinch of salt and pepper

For the veggies

1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon soy sauce

For the teriyaki sauce

½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

How to Make Jack In The Box Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

Cook the rice and set it aside.
Heat oil and fry chicken until golden and completely cooked; season lightly with salt and pepper before removing and setting aside.
In the same pan, stir-fry against each other broccoli, carrots, and cabbage with soy sauce for 4-5 minutes till tender-crisp.
Put in a small-sized saucepan and then combine: soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger, and bring to a simmer. Add in the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously until thick.
To the chicken cooked, toss in teriyaki sauce until fully coated.
Then, put together and serve bowls of rice with the bottom layer, a layer of veggies on one side, then saucy chicken on top. Drizzle extra sauce if desired.

Storage Tips

Put leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3 days.
You can reheat them in a microwave or on a stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top.
You may replace the white rice with fried rice, brown rice, or even cauliflower rice.
Pair with spring rolls or dumplings for a meal made at home in takeout style.

Pro Tips & Variations

For extra taste, marinate chicken in half the teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for more juicier meat.
Want it spicy? Add a drizzle of sriracha or a sprinkle of red chili flakes.

FAQs

1. Can this recipe be made gluten-free?

Just use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.

2. What if I don’t eat chicken?

Instead of chicken, you can switch in tofu, shrimp, or beef strips.

3. Is the Jack In The Box Chicken Teriyaki Bowl spicy?

Not at all; it’s on the sweet and mild side. You could always add a bit of chili flakes or hot sauce if you want it spicy, though.

4. Can you meal prep this recipe?

Definitely. Cook everything and put them in separate containers, and when it’s time to eat, just bring them all together.

Try It!

Super quick, delicious, and more customized than Jack In The Box Chicken Teriyaki Bowl, making it in your own kitchen would give you lots of elbow room. Never mind the little effort it takes, just try this quick fix for your dinner, and you will thank me for it later.