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Sweet and Savory Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious combination of tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and fresh vegetables served over sticky jasmine rice.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless (skinless chicken thighs)

Sauces & Condiments

  • ΒΌ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Aromatics

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 inch ginger (grated)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium piece carrot (julienned)
  • 1 medium piece bell pepper (sliced)
  • 2 stalks green onions (chopped)

Garnish

  • sesame seeds sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions 

  • Cook jasmine rice in water or broth for 15-18 minutes.
  • Marinate chicken in soy, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes for 30 minutes.
  • Cook chicken in a skillet 6-7 minutes per side until caramelized, then rest.
  • Stir-fry vegetables 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp, then add marinade and simmer 2-3 minutes. Add sliced chicken.
  • Serve rice in bowls, top with chicken and vegetables, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, rice, savory