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Easy Teriyaki Chicken Onigiri Sushi

Japanese rice balls filled with savory teriyaki chicken and wrapped in nori – a delicious, portable snack or lunchbox idea.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 onigiri
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice warm and sticky
  • 1.5 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 0.25 cup teriyaki sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 3 sheets nori cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Rice paddle or spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat teriyaki sauce in skillet and add shredded chicken. Cook until coated and absorbed. Cool slightly.
  2. Cook sushi rice and let cool until warm, not hot.
  3. Dip hands in water with salt to prevent sticking.
  4. Scoop a handful of rice, flatten, and place teriyaki chicken in the center.
  5. Shape into triangle or round onigiri by pressing firmly.
  6. Wrap with nori strip and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
  7. Serve immediately or store wrapped for later.

Notes

Keep hands wet to avoid sticky rice. Wrap tightly if packing for later.