Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls
A comforting and flavor-packed bowl featuring honey garlic shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, and brown rice, all brought together with a sticky, savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set a large skillet over medium heat and get your rice cooker or pot ready if needed.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add oil to the skillet and sear chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
- Assemble the Dish: Shred cooked chicken in the skillet and pour sauce over it.
- Cook to Perfection: Simmer chicken and sauce for 5–7 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- Finishing Touches: Steam broccoli until tender-crisp. Fluff the rice.
- Serve and Enjoy: Layer bowls with rice, chicken, and broccoli. Top with green onions and peanuts.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
- Steam broccoli just until bright green to keep texture.
- Crushed peanuts and green onions add crunch and freshness.
- Make the components ahead and reheat for easy meals.
Find it online: https://www.cookfulcorner.com/honey-garlic-chicken-bowls/