Description

A simple and delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowl recipe for a flavorful weeknight meal. Tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory glaze, served over fluffy rice with fresh garnishes.

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil
1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch (or arrowroot starch)
2 tablespoons water
Cooked rice for serving
For Garnish:
Sliced green onions
Toasted sesame seeds
Julienned carrots
Thinly sliced cucumber
Chopped cilantro
Lime juice
Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)

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Instructions

1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
2. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar (if using), ginger, and garlic in a bowl.
3. Whisk cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to make a slurry.
4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in batches until browned but not fully cooked. Remove chicken.
5. Pour sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Whisk the cornstarch slurry again and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly. Cook until thickened.
7. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is thick and sticky.
8. Serve the sticky chicken over cooked rice.
9. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and lime juice. Add Sriracha if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat chicken gently in a skillet with a little water or broth over medium-low heat, or microwave on medium power. Reheat rice separately. Add fresh garnishes for a renewed meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g