Oyako Don

Dive into the comforting flavors of Japan with this classic Oyako Don recipe, a beloved one-bowl dish that perfectly balances simplicity and savory depth. “Oyako Don,” which translates to “parent-and-child rice bowl,” features tender chicken and silky eggs simmered together in a savory-sweet broth made from dashi, soy sauce, and mirin. Thinly sliced onions add subtle sweetness, while the delicate mixture is poured over fluffy Japanese short-grain rice for a hearty yet wholesome meal. With only 25 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is a fantastic choice for a quick, satisfying dinner. Garnish with chopped green onions and seaweed strips for an authentic touch, and enjoy this quintessential Japanese comfort food right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Chicken thigh (boneless, skinless)
• 1 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
• 4 large Eggs
• 200 milliliters Dashi stock
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 4 cups Cooked Japanese short-grain rice
• 2 stalks Green onion (chopped, optional garnish)
• 1 sheet Seaweed strips (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onion into fine strips.

Step 3

Crack the eggs into a small bowl and lightly beat them until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 4

In a medium-sized frying pan, combine the dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to create the sauce base. Stir well.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the sliced onions to the pan and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Add the diced chicken thigh to the pan and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and pour the beaten eggs evenly over the chicken and onion mixture. Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the eggs are set but still slightly runny, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Spoon the chicken and egg mixture carefully over bowls of hot, steamed Japanese short-grain rice.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onions and seaweed strips, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1590.3 grams (1590.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1948

Total Fat 42.90g	55%
Saturated Fat 13.10g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 994mg	331%
Sodium 939mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 274.60g	100%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 35.50g
Protein 100.00g	200%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 1344mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.5%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 58.3%