Japanese-Inspired Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl Recipe
A comforting Japanese-inspired chicken and egg rice bowl featuring tender pan-fried chicken thighs simmered in a savory dashi-based sauce with silky cooked eggs and sautéed onions, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless chicken thighs (about 600 g total)
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Other Ingredients
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola oil)
- Green onion, for garnish
Silky Dashi Egg Sauce
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup dashi (chicken or vegetable stock)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin (or ½ tbsp sugar)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and black pepper. Add cornstarch and mix well to coat the chicken evenly, helping to achieve a crispy exterior when cooked.
- Pan-Fry the Chicken: Heat the neutral oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and about 80% cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
- Sauté the Onion: In the same pan, add the sliced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. This step allows the onion to soak up the savory chicken juices left in the pan.
- Add Sauce & Simmer: Pour in the dashi stock, soy sauce, and mirin, stirring well to combine. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and let everything simmer gently for about 4 minutes so the chicken remains juicy and absorbs the flavors.
- Finish with Eggs: Reduce the heat to low. Slowly pour the lightly beaten eggs evenly over the chicken and sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the eggs are just set but still silky in texture.
- Serve: Spoon the chicken, eggs, onions, and sauce over warm cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions to add freshness and color. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use vegetarian oyster sauce to keep the dish meat-friendly but feel free to substitute with regular oyster sauce for a non-vegetarian version.
- Dashi can be substituted with chicken or vegetable stock if unavailable.
- Adjust mirin or sugar according to preferred sweetness level.
- For crispier chicken, make sure the cornstarch coats the chicken well and the oil is hot enough before frying.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
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