Mushroom and Chicken Takikomi Gohan

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In Japan, the rice cooker is more than just a tool for cooking plain rice—it’s a versatile kitchen essential used to prepare a variety of dishes, including comforting one-pot meals like Takikomi Gohan (炊き込みご飯). 

Mushroom and Chicken Takikomi Gohan


Takikomi Gohan literally means "rice cooked together with ingredients. It is a seasoned rice dish where vegetables, mushrooms, meat, or seafood are cooked together with rice, absorbing all the flavors as they steam. It’s a popular home-cooked meal in Japan, often seasoned with soy sauce, dashi, mirin, and sake to create a rich, umami-packed dish.

Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite variations: Mushroom and Chicken Takikomi Gohan. This dish is incredibly easy to make—simply prepare the ingredients, add them to the rice cooker, press the cook button, and let it do all the work while you go about your day. It's perfect for busy days when you want a delicious, home-cooked meal with minimal effort.

Mushroom and Chicken Takikomi Gohan

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Servings IconServings: 3
Calories IconCalories per serving: 320 kcal
Cuisine IconCuisine: Japanese
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Keywords IconKeywords: rice meal, mushroom, chicken, one-pot meal
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Mushroom and Chicken Takikomi Gohan is a classic Japanese seasoned rice dish made effortlessly in a rice cooker. This comforting one-pot meal features tender chicken, shiitake, and shimeji mushrooms, all infused with a rich umami flavor from soy sauce, sake, and mirin. Perfect for busy days, this easy takikomi gohan recipe requires minimal prep—simply add the ingredients to your rice cooker and let it do the work! Enjoy a nutritious, flavorful, and authentic Japanese meal with just a few simple steps.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice
  • 5 pcs shiitake mushroom
  • 1 pack shimeji mushroom
  • 1/2 pc carrot
  • 100g chicken breast marinated in 1tsp sake and 1 tsp soy sauce

Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp sake
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp mirin

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Rice

Wash the rice thoroughly and drain. Let it sit in a strainer for 30 minutes before cooking.

Step 2: Prepare the Ingredients

Trim off the hard ends of the mushrooms. Thinly slice the shiitake and separate the shimeji into small pieces. Peel and slice the carrot into small pieces. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate it with 1 tsp sake and 1 tsp soy sauce for about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Assemble in the Rice Cooker

Add the washed rice to the rice cooker. Add water to barely cover the rice then add the sake, salt, soy sauce, and mirin.  Pour in more water up to the standard level for 2 cups of rice using the markings inside the cooker. Stir gently to combine. Flatten the surface of the rice, then evenly spread the mushrooms, chicken, and carrots on top. Do not mix.

Step 4: Cook the Rice

Close the lid and start the regular rice cooking mode. Once the cooking cycle is complete, let it steam for 10 minutes before opening the lid.

Step 5: Mix and Serve

Gently mix the rice with a rice paddle to distribute the ingredients evenly. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Analysis

Calories: ~320 kcal | Protein: ~12g | Fat: ~2.5g | Carbohydrates: ~60g | Fiber: ~2g |Sodium: ~450mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other types of mushrooms for Takikomi Gohan?

Yes! You can substitute shiitake and shimeji with maitake, enoki, or even button mushrooms for a different texture and flavor

Why shouldn't I stir the ingredients before cooking?

Keeping the toppings on top prevents uneven cooking. Stirring after cooking ensures even distribution of flavors without affecting the rice texture.

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