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Rice Cooker Oyakodon

Delicious Rice Cooker Oyakodon: Your Quick Comfort Meal

Rice Cooker Oyakodon is a delightful Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl, perfect for a quick comfort meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Japanese Short Grain Rice This rice gives the dish its signature sticky texture.
For the Chicken
  • 1 cup Chicken (thigh or breast) A tender protein source that enhances flavor during cooking.
For the Eggs
  • 2 count Eggs These add a creamy richness to the dish.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dashi (or mentsuyu) An essential ingredient providing that savory umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin
For the Aromatics
  • 1/2 count Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and depth.

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Transfer it to the rice cooker with 1.2 cups of water and soak for 30 minutes.
  2. Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the onion. Set both ingredients aside.
  3. Combine dashi with soy sauce and mirin in a small bowl to create the sauce.
  4. Pour the dashi sauce over the soaked rice, then lay the chicken and onions on top. Cook in the rice cooker.
  5. Once cooking is complete, crack the eggs over the mixture, close the lid, and let steam for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Fluff rice and eggs together, taste for seasoning, and serve warm with garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse the rice thoroughly to prevent sticking and achieve a fluffy texture. Adjust egg cooking time for preferred consistency.

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