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Sticky Chicken Bowls

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring tender chicken in a honey soy glaze, served over rice with crunchy broccoli.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3 large chicken breasts Lean, quick-cooking, and easy to slice into strips.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For searing the chicken.
  • 1 tsp salt To season the chicken.
  • 1/2 tsp pepper Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adds gentle warmth; adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika Gives a subtle smokiness.
  • 1 tsp onion powder Rounds out the savory profile.
  • 1 tsp oregano A hint of herbaceous warmth.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Salty backbone of the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup honey Makes the sauce sticky and irresistible.
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar Brightens the sauce.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Aromatic punch.
  • 2 tbsp sriracha Delivers heat.
  • 2 tsp sesame oil Adds nutty depth.
  • 1 tsp ground ginger Warm spice that complements other flavors.
  • 2 tsp arrowroot powder mixed with 2 tbsp water Thickens the sauce without cloudiness.
For the Spicy Mayo Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup mayo Base for the spicy mayo drizzle.
  • 1 tbsp sriracha For added heat.
  • 2-3 tbsp water To thin the mayo.
For the Base
  • 2 cups uncooked rice Jasmine or medium-grain rice recommended.
  • 2 small heads broccoli, chopped Provides color and crunch.
  • sesame seeds for topping Nutty crunch and pretty finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breasts into strips.
  2. Mix the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, ground ginger, and arrowroot powder in a bowl. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken strips with salt, pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and oregano.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet, cooking until golden and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Let it thicken for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, cook your rice according to package instructions while steaming the broccoli.
  3. Serve the sticky chicken over rice, topping it with steamed broccoli, drizzle with spicy mayo, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

Presentation is key! Serve in wide, shallow bowls to showcase that glistening chicken and vibrant broccoli.