Description
Tender chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and spicy honey garlic sauce, then served over fluffy rice with crisp, colorful vegetables. This quick and flavorful bowl is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 medium carrot, thinly julienned
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
2 stalks green onions, chopped
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly caramelized.
- Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Divide the cooked rice into bowls and spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture over the top.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Swap chicken thighs for chicken breast for a leaner option.
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with crispy tofu or mushrooms.
Adjust the spice level by reducing chili garlic sauce or adding extra honey for a milder flavor.
Jasmine or brown rice works well, and cauliflower rice can be used for a lighter alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg