Description
A vibrant and healthy Chicken Rice Bowl featuring tender sautéed chicken with fresh vegetables, glazed in a savory-sweet soy-ginger sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Vegetables
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Sauces & Oils
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Staples
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance the flavor.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Toss in the diced bell peppers and broccoli florets. Stir-fry the mixture for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables become bright in color and are tender-crisp.
- Create and add sauce: In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and grated fresh ginger. Pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet. Simmer for about 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Cook the rice: While cooking the chicken mixture, prepare rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
- Assemble and serve: Plate a generous portion of the cooked rice and top it with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the top for added flavor. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Adjust the honey or maple syrup quantity according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Use brown rice for a healthier, fiber-rich alternative.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and are great for meal prep.
