Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls
These honey garlic chicken bowls combine juicy, sticky-sweet chicken with fluffy rice and fresh veggies for a complete meal in under 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or whenever you need a comforting yet healthy dish!
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Sauce:
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine, brown, or basmati)
- 3 cups steamed or stir-fried veggies (broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
- Garnishes: sesame seeds, sliced green onions, red pepper flakes
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:
- Season diced chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 6-8 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Whisk cornstarch with water, then stir into sauce. Cook 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Combine:
- Return chicken to skillet, tossing to coat in sauce. Cook 2 more minutes.
Assemble Bowls:
- Divide rice among bowls. Top with chicken, veggies, and garnishes.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze sauce/chicken separately for 2 months.
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Substitutions:
- Protein: Use shrimp, tofu, or tempeh.
- Rice: Swap for quinoa or cauliflower rice.
- Spicy: Add sriracha or chili flakes.
- Meal Prep: Portion into containers for easy lunches.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15g
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