Light Oyakodon
Japanese chicken-and-egg rice bowl simmered in a savory dashi broth. Comforting and protein-packed at 410 calories.
Light Oyakodon has 410 calories per serving, with 30g protein, 45g carbs, 10g fat, and 1g fiber. Prep 5 min, cook 15 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
410
Calories
30g
Protein
60% DV
45g
Carbs
16% DV
10g
Fat
13% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
💪 30g protein per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$4.00
Light Oyakodon
The classic Japanese parent-and-child bowl of chicken and egg simmered together in a sweet-savory dashi broth, served over brown rice. It is soft, comforting, and loaded with protein.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 4 oz chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1/2 cup dashi stock
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp scallions, sliced
Instructions
- Combine the dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a small skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Spread the chicken slices in the broth and simmer for 4 minutes until cooked through.
- Pour the beaten eggs evenly over the chicken and onion.
- Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes until the egg is just set but still soft.
- Slide the chicken and egg mixture over a bowl of warm brown rice.
- Top with scallions and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Protein | 30g |
| Carbs | 45g |
| Fat | 10g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Tips
- Do not overcook the egg; it should be softly set and silky.
- Slice the chicken thin so it cooks quickly and evenly in the broth.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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