Costco Teriyaki Meatball Rice Bowls
Costco's Aidells teriyaki pineapple meatballs warmed in a quick homemade teriyaki glaze and served over rice with steamed broccoli — a 20-minute bowl dinner that hits every note of sweet, savory, and satisfying.
Costco Teriyaki Meatball Rice Bowls
Quick Answer
Whisk a quick teriyaki glaze, simmer Costco's Aidells teriyaki pineapple meatballs in it for 5 minutes to coat, and serve over rice with steamed broccoli and sesame seeds. Twenty minutes start to finish; serves 4.
Aidells teriyaki pineapple chicken meatballs from Costco are one of the best grab-and-cook proteins in the store. They're fully cooked and just need warming — but warming them in a homemade teriyaki glaze transforms them from a simple heat-and-eat into a genuinely impressive bowl dinner. Serve over rice with broccoli and a drizzle of sriracha mayo and you have something that tastes like it came from a fast-casual rice bowl restaurant.
Instructions
- 1
In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until thickened into a glaze. Set aside.
- 2
Heat meatballs in a large skillet over medium heat for 5–6 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through.
- 3
Pour teriyaki glaze over the meatballs in the skillet. Toss to coat and cook for 2 more minutes until the glaze caramelizes slightly around the edges.
- 4
Build bowls: rice base, steamed broccoli on one side, meatballs on the other.
- 5
Drizzle any remaining glaze over the bowl. Top with sesame seeds, green onions, and sriracha mayo.
Frequently Asked Questions
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