Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls – A Flavorful Bowl Meal
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls, a delightful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This meal combines tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory sticky sauce, served over fluffy rice and vibrant veggies. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a wholesome dinner that caters to the whole family, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or satisfying leftovers. The best part? Each bowl is fully customizable! Whether you prefer extra veggies or some added spice, these bowls offer endless possibilities for flavor and creativity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- White or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
- Chicken
- Soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- Honey
- Brown sugar
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Rice vinegar
- Sesame oil
- Cornstarch
- Fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, cucumber, avocado)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a bowl.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken pieces until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the sticky sauce over the cooked chicken; simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Assemble by dividing rice into bowls and topping with chicken and fresh vegetables.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg