Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl
This Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl is what happens when comfort food decides to dress up for a night out. Forget the actual chicken — we’re going tofu-chic, baby. Crispy cubes coated in glossy teriyaki sauce sit proudly on fluffy quinoa, surrounded by colorful veggies that scream “I eat clean, but fabulously.” Every bite delivers that perfect mix of sweet, savory, and sassy. It’s quick, wholesome, and guaranteed to make you feel like you have your life together — even if your laundry says otherwise.
Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl
A vegan teriyaki quinoa bowl made with crispy tofu “chicken,” stir-fried vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki glaze that’s glossy, tangy, and finger-licking good.
Ingredients
For the Bowl:
- 200 g extra-firm tofu pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup red bell pepper sliced
- ½ cup carrots julienned
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Press tofu for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add tofu and pan-fry until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8 minutes.
- Remove tofu and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch slurry.
- Pour sauce into the pan and simmer until thick and glossy.
- Add tofu back and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve over quinoa and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Take a photo before eating — this bowl deserves an audience.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Magnesium: 9%
- Vitamin A: 14%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Add pineapple chunks for a tropical twist.
- Air-fry tofu if you love extra crunch.
- Drizzle extra teriyaki on top — we don’t do dry around here.
- Pair with green tea if you’re feeling zen, or wine if you’re not.
