Description
Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that make an excellent choice for family dinners or meal prep. This dish features juicy chicken marinated in a sticky glaze, served over fluffy rice and colorful vegetables. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can create this satisfying meal in no time—perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize each bowl to your liking by swapping out vegetables or opting for cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative. Packed with protein, vibrant veggies, and a burst of flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Lime wedges
- Additional sriracha or soy sauce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- While the chicken cooks, prepare your choice of rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base topped with sticky chicken and fresh vegetables.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro before serving with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg