Chicken Rice Bowl
Enjoy a vibrant chicken rice bowl bursting with flavor, featuring marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy rice—perfect for any day of the week!
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice (uncooked)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
- Extra soy sauce (optional)
- Slice the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, and grated ginger. Toss the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions or warm leftover rice in the microwave.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil.
- Add mixed vegetables and sauté until tender yet crisp—about five minutes.
- Push veggies aside and add marinated chicken to the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through—about seven minutes.
- Once chicken is cooked and veggies are ready, toss everything together in the pan.
- Add remaining marinade for extra flavor and stir until heated through.
- Scoop fluffy rice into bowls and top with the sautéed chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle with extra soy sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor. Swap vegetables based on preference or seasonal availability. For added crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.