Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Sweet and savory glazed chicken with fluffy rice and crisp vegetables.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
04 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Honey Garlic Sauce

05 - 4 tablespoons honey
06 - 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Rice

11 - 1.25 cups jasmine or short-grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Vegetables

14 - 1.5 cups broccoli florets
15 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
16 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced

→ Garnishes

17 - 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
18 - 2 spring onions, sliced

# How-to Steps:

01 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice, 2 cups water, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined. Set aside.
03 - Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated on all sides.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
05 - Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir constantly and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken.
06 - While chicken cooks, steam broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and bell pepper until just tender, approximately 4-5 minutes. Alternatively, sauté in a separate skillet with a splash of oil for enhanced flavor.
07 - Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each portion with glazed chicken and sautéed vegetables. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions.
08 - Serve immediately while hot for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The whole thing comes together in about 35 minutes, so you can have restaurant-quality dinner on a Tuesday night without the stress.
  • That honey garlic glaze is addictive in the best way—sweet, savory, and just sticky enough to coat every bite perfectly.
  • It's naturally dairy-free and feels healthy enough that you won't feel guilty eating it, even if you go back for seconds.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken—if pieces are touching, they'll steam instead of getting that golden crust that makes this dish special.
  • The sauce will look thin when you first pour it in, but it thickens as it simmers; don't panic and keep adding cornstarch or it'll become gluey.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before sprinkling them on—it releases their oils and makes them taste infinitely more interesting.
  • If your sauce breaks or separates while simmering, whisk in a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water to bring it back together smoothly.
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