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Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls

Savory Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls for Cozy Dinner Bliss

Delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls, bursting with flavor for a cozy dinner experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs juicy cut
  • ½ cup soy sauce gluten-free option available
  • ¼ cup honey natural sweetness
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) adds warmth
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (grated) peppery kick
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar adds tanginess
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce mild sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil nutty flavor
For the Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice fragrant rice
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth or water enhances flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for browning
  • to taste salt flavor enhancer
  • to taste pepper flavor enhancer
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped) adds color and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for crunch
Optional for Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thicker sauce

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag, pour over marinade, seal, and refrigerate.
  3. Cook Rice: Rinse jasmine rice, bring broth or water to boil, add the rice, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat Skillet: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, season, sear in hot skillet for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  6. Thicken Sauce (optional): Mix cornstarch with water, add to skillet after chicken is cooked, stir until thickened.
  7. Infuse Flavors: Lower heat, cook chicken in sauce for 2-3 minutes, ensuring even coating.
  8. Serve & Garnish: Scoop rice into bowls, top with chicken, drizzle glaze, and add garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store chicken and rice separately for optimal texture. Use homemade broth for enhanced flavor.

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