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Sticky Chicken Bowls

Delicious and savory sticky chicken served over a bed of rice with fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, fusion
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar adds acidity
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger fresh, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for thickening sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water to mix with cornstarch
For the Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water for cooking rice
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 carrot medium sliced thinly
  • 1 bell pepper red sliced
  • 2 green onions chopped for garnish
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional, for topping

Method
 

Prepare the Rice
  1. In a rice cooker or pot, combine 1 cup of rinsed jasmine rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Once hot, add the bite-sized chicken thighs. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of water. This will be your sticky sauce.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the sticky sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and stir well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. While the chicken is cooking, steam or sauté the broccoli florets and sliced carrots in a separate pan until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the sliced bell pepper in the last minute of cooking to keep it crisp.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In each bowl, add a serving of jasmine rice as the base. Top with the sticky chicken and arrange the cooked vegetables on the side.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference. You can also add a drizzle of sriracha for some heat.

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