Description
Oyakodon is a heartwarming Japanese rice bowl that combines tender chicken, fluffy eggs, and savory broth, all served over a bed of warm rice. This easy-to-make dish transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal that delights the senses. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, Oyakodon offers a taste of Japan right at your table, bringing family and friends together with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups short-grain rice, cooked
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup sake or mirin
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Gather and prepare your ingredients: Dice the chicken and slice the onion.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil. Cook the diced chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in soy sauce, sake (or mirin), and chicken broth; stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Crack eggs over the mixture in the skillet; cover and cook until eggs are just set (3-4 minutes).
- Serve the chicken and egg mixture over warm cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 280mg