Description
Make these delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls with tender chicken, a savory-sweet glaze, and fresh vegetables over fluffy rice. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the Rice Bowls:
- 2 cups jasmine or basmati rice
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Add the chicken, mix well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Cook the Rice:
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear.
- In a saucepan, combine rice and water (or broth). Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15-18 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade (reserving marinade) and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in reserved marinade and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide rice into bowls.
- Top with sticky chicken and sautéed vegetables.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use tofu, shrimp, or beef instead of chicken.
- Grain Options: Try brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
- Spicy Kick: Add sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- More Veggies: Broccoli, zucchini, or edamame work great!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- marinate time: 30 minutes - 2 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Meal Prep, Asian-Inspired
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: asian, fusion
Keywords: Sticky chicken rice bowl Asian chicken rice bowl Easy chicken dinner Meal prep chicken recipe Sweet and savory chicken