Maple Syrup Korean Teriyaki Chicken

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 5 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch