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Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls

Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls: Quick, Sweet & Savory Delight

Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls combine savory chicken and sweet honey-soy glaze for a quick and customizable weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful, perfect for creating tenderness.
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil Ideal for sautéing.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Savory, opt for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Provides sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses sauce with flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional) For spiciness; omit for milder dish.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Used to thicken the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Water Combines with cornstarch.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice Consider brown or cauliflower rice.
  • 2 Green Onions, sliced For garnish.
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Season 1 pound of diced chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. While chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a bowl. Pour over the chicken, coating it evenly.
  4. Mix cornstarch and water in a bowl to make a slurry, then stir it into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Divide the cooked jasmine rice into serving bowls.
  6. Top each bowl with the chicken mixture and drizzle with sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, store chicken and rice separately during meal prep and combine before serving.

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