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Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls

Delicious Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls You'll Crave Daily

Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls are deliciously satisfying, quick to prepare, and customizable for your busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • zip-top bag
  • Skillet or Wok
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs tender and juicy
  • ¼ cup Low-sodium soy sauce for flavor without excess salt
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup adds natural sweetness
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh and grated
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar balances sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil for nutty flavor

For the Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch thickens the marinade

For the Bowl

  • 2 cups Cooked brown rice or quinoa wholesome base
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets adds crunch
  • 1 cup Snap peas sweet and crisp
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds for flavor and texture

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a medium bowl. Place chicken thighs in a bag with marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Cook the Rice or Quinoa: Prepare brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions, cover, and set aside to keep warm.
  • Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Heat a small amount of water or oil in a skillet, add broccoli, snap peas, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  • Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and cook in the same skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Prepare the Sticky Sauce: In a saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a boil. Mix cornstarch with water and add to boiling marinade, stirring until thickened.
  • Assemble the Bowls: Place rice or quinoa in bowls, top with vegetables and sliced chicken, drizzle with the sticky sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Best served immediately for maximum freshness and crunch of the vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2.5mg
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