Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl is fast, flavor-packed, and deeply satisfying, ideal for busy weeknights and cooler days. Juicy chicken glazed with sweet-savory sauce over jasmine rice with vibrant veggies makes it a go-to comfort meal.
Ingredients
- 500g boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil for pan-frying
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for heat)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit for 10–15 minutes while prepping the vegetables and sauce.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and (if using) ginger and chili flakes. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned on all sides and fully cooked.
- Pour sauce into the pan and stir to coat. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
- Divide hot rice into bowls. Add glazed chicken, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and green onions. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier results. Double the sauce if you want extra to drizzle over the rice. Pre-cook the rice and steam veggies in advance to save time. Great with snap peas, bell peppers, or bok choy as veggie swaps. Swap the chicken for tofu, shrimp, or chickpeas for a different take.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired