# Shiitake Mushroom & Chicken Takikomi Gohan (Seasoned Mixed Rice with Chicken & Mushrooms)

A flavorful seasoned mixed rice dish with shiitake mushrooms and chicken, perfect for a meal or lunchbox.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 2 cups Rice
- 100 g Shiitake mushrooms
- 0.33 Carrot
- 200 g Chicken thighs
- 3 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Cooking sake
- 1 Tbsp Mirin
- 1 tsp Granulated Japanese dashi
- As needed Water
- Optional Chopped green onions

## Instructions

1. Remove the stems of the shiitake mushrooms and finely chop the caps and stems.
2. Cut the carrot into thin strips.
3. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
4. Wash the rice and drain.
5. Place the washed rice into the rice cooker and add Seasoning A.
6. Pour water slightly below the 2-cup line and gently stir.
7. Add the shiitake, carrot, and chicken on top (do not mix).
8. Cook on the regular setting.
9. When cooked, gently fluff the rice and serve.
10. Top with green onions if desired.

## Equipment

- rice cooker

## Tips

- Using a little less water makes the seasoning richer and prevents sogginess
- Place the ingredients on top rather than mixing for fluffy results
- Sprinkle a little salt on the chicken beforehand for extra flavor
- Add a small pat of butter after cooking for richness
- Tastes great even cold — perfect for lunch boxes!

## Source

- Original video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNRyBc1Wa/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/c0e1f82e-006c-4cb3-8e2c-7963b29d2569
- Extracted: 2026-02-10

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