Delicious Chicken Onigiri: Easy Japanese Comfort Food

This Chicken Onigiri recipe is a delicious blend of simplicity and flavor, perfect for quick meals or snacks.

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Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Chicken Onigiri, easy recipe, Japanese comfort food, meal prep, Quick Snacks, sushi rice

Prep Time: 35

Cook Time: 20

Cooling Time: 10

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: onigiri

Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

medium pot
Fine mesh strainer
small bowl
Wooden spatula or rice paddle

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups sushi rice Essential for shaping onigiri
2.5 cups water For cooking rice
1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds tangy depth
1 tablespoon sugar Balances flavors

For the Filling

1 cup cooked chicken Shredded, great for leftovers
2 tablespoons soy sauce Brings umami flavor
1 tablespoon sesame oil Adds nutty aroma

Optional Extras

nori sheets Cut into strips
greenery for decoration Fresh herbs or leafy greens

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Onigiri

Rinse 2 cups of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak in fresh water for 30 minutes.
Combine the soaked sushi rice and 2 ½ cups of water in a pot, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove from heat and let rice sit covered for 10 minutes.
Whisk together 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sugar until dissolved.
Gently fold the vinegar mixture into warm rice and let cool slightly.
Mix 1 cup of shredded chicken with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
Wet your hands, flatten a portion of rice, place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center, and shape into a ball or triangle.
Wrap each onigiri with nori, if desired, and garnish with greenery when serving.

Notes

Perfectly cooked sushi rice is essential for the ideal texture. Adjust seasoning to taste and explore various fillings for a delightful meal prep option.

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