Description
A Healthy Chicken Rice Bowl is more than just a quick dinner, it’s a cozy, nourishing ritual. With tender chicken, fluffy rice, colorful veggies, and a flavorful sauce, it’s a meal that’s easy to prep, adaptable to your diet, and loved by both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, diced
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned or grated
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup shelled edamame, cooked
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, sesame seeds, chili flakes, sriracha
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Prepare according to package instructions or use leftover rice.
- Prep ingredients: Dice chicken, slice veggies, and set everything out.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Stir in soy sauce and lemon or lime juice. Let simmer 2 more minutes.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide rice into bowls. Top with chicken and arrange veggies around the bowl.
- Finish with toppings: Add green onions and any other toppings you love. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture. Don’t overcook the chicken, cut it evenly for uniform cooking. Keep sauces separate if prepping ahead. Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat. For extra crunch, top with crushed nuts or cabbage slaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired