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Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls

Delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

These Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls are a delightful mix of flavor and nutrition, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs diced chicken breast or thighs Main protein source providing flavor and texture.
For the Marinade
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce Adds umami and depth to the marinade.
  • 1/4 cup honey Provides natural sweetness to balance savory elements.
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced Essential for flavor and aroma.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar Contributes acidity to the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch Thickens the sauce for a glossy finish.
For Toppings
  • 2 green onions, sliced Adds a fresh, mild onion flavor.
  • sesame seeds Used for garnish.
  • red pepper flakes Optional; for added heat.
For Extra Veggies (Optional)
  • broccoli florets Adds nutrition and texture.
  • brown sugar Additional sweetness for richer sauce flavor.
  • bell peppers Adds color and sweetness.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken breast or thighs with soy sauce and minced garlic. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, whisk together honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a separate bowl until smooth.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté additional minced garlic cloves until fragrant, then pour in the prepared sauce mixture.
  5. Once the sauce thickens, return the chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat, and serve over fluffy rice with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken longer, ideally two hours or overnight. Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.

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