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Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls

Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls for a Quick Family Delight

Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls are a delightful, quick, and gluten-free meal perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Marinade
  • 2 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch mixed with water
For the Rice and Vegetables
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or other rice varieties
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper sliced
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions chopped
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce (or tamari), honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
  2. Marinate the chicken thighs with half of the sauce for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat skillet, cook marinated chicken for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove chicken, add broccoli and bell peppers in skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
  5. Return chicken, add remaining sauce and cornstarch slurry. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Serve rice as base, top with chicken and veggie mixture.
  7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes for deeper flavor. Ensure skillet is hot for perfect sear.

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