One Pot Oyakodon: Cozy Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl Delight

One Pot Oyakodon is a comforting Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl that combines savory flavors in a quick, one-pot recipe.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Provides tenderness and rich flavor

For the Broth

2 cups Dashi or Low-Sodium Chicken Stock The base for the sauce, providing umami
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds savory depth
2 tablespoons Mirin Adds sweetness
1 tablespoon Sake Enhances flavor richness
1 tablespoon Sugar Balances flavors in the sauce

For the Rice & Eggs

2 cups Japanese Short-Grain Rice Essential for authentic texture
4 large Large Eggs Ensure they are lightly beaten for best results

For Garnish

1 medium Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and depth to the dish
2 stalks Spring Onions Optional addition for color and mild flavor

Equipment

Medium-sized pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for One Pot Oyakodon

Begin by heating a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil, then toss in the sliced yellow onions. Sauté them for about 3–4 minutes until they turn translucent and fragrant.
Next, add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the pot, arranging them in a single layer. Sauté for approximately 5-7 minutes until the chicken is nicely browned on all sides.
Pour in the dashi or low-sodium chicken stock, followed by the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for 5 minutes.
Carefully pour the lightly beaten eggs over the top of the chicken and broth mixture. Immediately cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until eggs are softly set.
Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove from heat. Fluff the rice in individual bowls and ladle portions of Oyakodon over the top. Finish with spring onions and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Have all your ingredients prepped and ready before cooking. Use freshly cooked rice for the best texture. Add eggs after simmering the broth for perfectly soft eggs.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!