Description
If you’re on the hunt for a delicious meal that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, these Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls are the perfect solution! This dish features tender chicken pieces glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, accompanied by vibrant mixed vegetables and fluffy rice. It’s a family favorite that not only satisfies hunger but also brings everyone together at the dinner table. Customizable and quick to prepare, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead. Enjoy a flavorful and balanced meal that pleases both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas, carrots)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or olive oil (optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and cornstarch slurry. Pour over cooked chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Stir-fry mixed vegetables in sesame oil until tender-crisp (about 3-5 minutes).
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base, topped with veggies and glazed chicken. Garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg