Chicken Rice Bowl
A comforting and versatile Chicken Rice Bowl featuring savory chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant toppings, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tbsp Olive oil or avocado oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
2 cups Jasmine rice (or your preferred rice)
3 cups Water or chicken broth
1/2 tsp Salt (optional)
1/4 cup Soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
2 tbsp Honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tsp Sriracha (optional, for heat)
1 tsp Cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp cold water for slurry)
1 Avocado, sliced
1 cup Cucumber, diced
1 cup Shredded carrots
1/2 cup Green onions, sliced
1/4 cup Toasted sesame seeds
Optional Kimchi, pickled ginger, soft-boiled egg
Instructions
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brow
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear and then combine it with water or broth and optional salt in a saucepa
- Bring the rice to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it rest covered for 10 minutes
- Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and optional sriracha in a bowl
- Return the skillet to medium heat and pour in the sauce, bringing it to a gentle simmer
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, then add the chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat
- Divide the cooked rice into bowls, top with the saucy chicken, and arrange desired toppings
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve
Notes
Marinate the chicken for extra flavor if time allows.
Don't overcrowd the pan when searing for a golden crust.
Rinse the rice thoroughly for fluffiness.
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