Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of an Asian Chicken Rice Bowl, where tender marinated chicken meets fluffy jasmine rice and vibrant vegetables. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, you can customize it to suit your dietary preferences while enjoying a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear and cook according to package instructions.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add mixed vegetables and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until vibrant yet crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, honey or sugar, and rice vinegar; mix until heated through.
- Serve in bowls with rice topped with chicken and sautéed veggies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg