Delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls (Healthy & Easy)
Juicy, pan-seared chicken coated in a sweet-and-savory sticky glaze, served over fluffy rice with crisp veggies. Perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35–40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
½ cup water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp oil
3–4 cups cooked rice
Vegetables for topping (cucumber, carrots, edamame, etc.)
Green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Whisk soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch in a bowl.
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Heat oil in a skillet. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through.
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Pour in sauce and simmer until thick and sticky.
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Serve chicken over rice with fresh vegetables. Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
Use tamari for gluten-free. Customize toppings and spice level as desired.