Description
This honey-glazed chicken rice bowl features tender chicken in a sweet and savory glaze, paired with crisp cucumber, steamed broccoli, and fluffy rice. A quick, versatile, and wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken and Glaze
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Rice Bowl
- 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Garnishes
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Glaze:
- Combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth; set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with neutral oil.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Glaze Sauce:
- In the same skillet, pour in the honey glaze mixture.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
- Steam the Broccoli:
- Steam broccoli in a pot or steamer basket for 4–5 minutes until tender and vibrant green. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls:
- Divide cooked rice into four serving bowls.
- Slice the glazed chicken into bite-sized pieces; place over rice.
- Arrange steamed broccoli and sliced cucumber alongside chicken.
- Drizzle leftover glaze over the bowls for added flavor.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle bowls with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Store cucumber slices separately to maintain freshness.
- Reheating: Microwave bowls for 1–2 minutes.
- Freezing: Freeze chicken and broccoli for up to 3 months. Prepare rice and cucumber fresh for serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet and Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
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