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Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls (30-Minutes)

  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and flavorful recipe for Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls. Perfect for a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes, featuring tender chicken in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice.


Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  5. Serve the honey garlic chicken over a bed of cooked rice.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with steamed vegetables for added nutrition.
  • You can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation.
  • Adjust the sweetness and spice level by modifying the honey and red pepper flakes.