Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
A comforting Japanese home-cooked dish featuring tender chicken, eggs, and onions simmered in a savory dashi-based sauce, served over rice. Perfect for casual meals with a soft, flavorful topping.
”Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the onion.
- 2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent.
- 3
Add chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink.
- 4
Pour in dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Beat the eggs lightly in a bowl. Pour eggs evenly over the simmering chicken and onions.
- 6
Cover and cook until eggs are just set but still slightly runny.
- 7
Serve the hot chicken and egg mixture over bowls of steamed rice.
- 8
Garnish with chopped green onions or mitsuba.
Final Thoughts
This dish captures the essence of Japanese comfort food with simple ingredients and a warm, satisfying flavor profile.