Savory Sticky Chicken Bowls Recipe for a Cozy Night In

Enjoy this Sticky Chicken Bowls recipe that combines sweet honey and savory soy sauce for a comforting dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups uncooked rice Can substitute sticky rice or jasmine rice.

For the Chicken

3 large chicken breasts (sliced) Boneless skinless thighs can be used.
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
0.5 tsp pepper Adjust to taste.
1 tsp chili powder Can substitute with smoked paprika or cayenne.
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp oregano

For the Sticky Sauce

0.5 cup soy sauce Can substitute with gluten-free soy sauce.
0.5 cup honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
0.25 cup rice vinegar
3 cloves garlic (minced) Adjust according to preference.
2 tbsp sriracha Can use less for milder flavor.
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp ground ginger Can substitute with fresh ginger.
2 tsp arrowroot powder (slurry) Can substitute with cornstarch.

For the Spicy Mayo

0.5 cup mayo Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter version.
1 tbsp sriracha Adjust to taste.
2-3 tbsp water
sesame seeds Optional for topping.

Equipment

Medium saucepan
Large Skillet
Mixing bowl
Small dish

Method

Cooking Steps

Cook the rice according to package instructions for about 15-20 minutes, until fluffy and tender.
While rice is cooking, chop broccoli into small florets and set aside for steaming or sautéing.
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and oregano.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and cook for 6-8 minutes.
Whisk together sticky sauce ingredients in a bowl, including a slurry made from arrowroot powder.
Pour the sticky sauce over cooked chicken in the skillet, let simmer, and add slurry to thicken.
Make spicy mayo by mixing mayo, sriracha, and water until smooth.
Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, broccoli, and drizzle with spicy mayo, garnishing with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for up to 2 months.

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