Ingredients
– 2 cups jasmine rice
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece ginger, grated
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 1 carrot, julienned
– 3 green onions, chopped
– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: chili flakes for added spice
Instructions
Creating the Asian Chicken Rice Bowl can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
2. Cook Rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clean. In a pot, combine rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-18 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cook Chicken: In the same skillet, push the vegetables to one side and add the marinated chicken. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
5. Combine Ingredients: Once the chicken is cooked through, add the sautéed vegetables back into the skillet. Stir to combine everything well.
6. Plate the Dish: Serve a generous portion of rice in a bowl. Top it with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Sprinkle with chili flakes if you prefer a little heat.
7. Enjoy!: Your Asian Chicken Rice Bowl is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it hot and relish the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g