Easy Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls
A quick and delicious meal featuring juicy chicken coated in a sticky sauce, served over fluffy rice and topped with fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
- as needed Fresh vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by slicing the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. This ensures even cooking and makes it easier to coat them with the sauce.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ginger powder to create the sticky sauce.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with a dash of oil. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, pour the sticky sauce over it and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Assembly
- In serving bowls, spoon your cooked rice as a base. Top with the sticky chicken and sprinkle fresh chopped veggies over the top. Finish with green onions.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to toss in any veggies you have on hand. For added spice, include Sriracha or red pepper flakes. This dish keeps well in the fridge for up to three days, making it great for meal prep.