Pumpkin Teriyaki Chicken Bowls (Print Version)
Chicken, pumpkin, and veggies come together in savory teriyaki-glazed bowls for a vibrant, nourishing meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Teriyaki Pumpkin Sauce
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1/2 cup pumpkin purée
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1/4 cup water
→ Main Components
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2 large chicken breasts
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2 cups cooked quinoa or rice
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2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
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1 large carrot, sliced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Garnishes
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2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
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Pickled onions, optional
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Microgreens, optional
# Steps:
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, soy sauce, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and water until fully combined.
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Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour in half of the sauce. Turn to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Reserve remaining sauce for later use.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Toss halved Brussels sprouts and sliced carrot in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once, until golden and tender.
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Cook chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, brushing with reserved sauce until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the exterior is caramelized.
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Divide cooked quinoa or rice among bowls. Top each with sliced teriyaki chicken, roasted Brussels sprouts, and carrots. Drizzle with remaining pumpkin teriyaki sauce.
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Sprinkle pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds over each bowl. Optionally, add pickled onions and microgreens before serving.
# Notes:
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For best flavor, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight. Extra sauce can be drizzled over the finished bowls or used as a dipping sauce.