Description
This Sesame Chicken Bowl recipe features tender bite-sized chicken pieces marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, honey, and spices, stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and served over fluffy jasmine or brown rice. It’s a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking
- 4 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Rice
- 200 grams jasmine or brown rice
- 400 ml water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Rinse 200 grams of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Place the rice in a pot with 400 ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
- Cut the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, ensuring even sizes for consistent cooking.
- Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a smooth marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and stir until well coated. Let the chicken marinate for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken evenly to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot to the skillet with the chicken. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Assemble the Bowls: Serve the cooked rice in bowls, topping with the sesame chicken and vegetable stir-fry. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use jasmine or brown rice depending on your preference; brown rice will require a slightly longer cooking time.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade or while stir-frying.
- Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes but no longer than 30 minutes to prevent the cornstarch from breaking down the texture.
- If sesame oil is not available, a neutral oil can be substituted, but it will alter the flavor slightly.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350 grams)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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