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Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl

Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls (30-Minutes)

This Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick, flavorful, and balanced meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Juicy chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze pairs beautifully with steamed or stir-fried veggies over a bed of rice.
It’s customizable, family-friendly, and ready in just 30 minutes. Whether you're feeding picky eaters or looking to spice things up, this recipe is easily adapted to suit your needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 475 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for sautéing
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water mixed to make a slurry

For the Bowls:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas, carrots
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or olive oil optional, for stir-frying vegetables

Optional Toppings:

  • Sliced green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Rice

  • Prepare your rice according to package directions. Keep warm.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

  • In the same pan, lower the heat to medium.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
  • Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 4: Combine Chicken and Sauce

  • Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Let simmer for another 1–2 minutes.

Step 5: Cook the Vegetables

  • In a separate pan or the same skillet (wiped clean), add a little oil and stir-fry vegetables until tender-crisp, about 3–5 minutes.

Step 6: Assemble the Bowls

  • In each bowl, add a scoop of rice, a portion of stir-fried vegetables, and honey garlic chicken.
  • Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or chili flakes if desired. Serve warm.
Keyword Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls