π―π Rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced, this Honey Garlic Chicken & Persimmon Salsa Rice Bowl is an autumn-inspired meal bursting with vibrant flavors. Juicy honey-garlic glazed chicken, fresh cilantro-scented jasmine rice, and a bright persimmon salsa come together with a creamy lime-avocado yogurt drizzle for a dish thatβs as satisfying as it is unique. πΏβ¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Honey Garlic Chicken
β’ 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 2 tbsp honey
β’ 1 tbsp soy sauce
β’ 2 cloves garlic, minced
β’ 1 tsp grated ginger
β’ Β½ tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
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πΎ Jasmine Rice & Cilantro
β’ 1Β½ cups jasmine rice, cooked
β’ 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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Fresh Persimmon Salsa
β’ 1 ripe persimmon, diced
β’ 1 small cucumber, diced
β’ 1 small red bell pepper, diced
β’ 1 tbsp lime juice
β’ 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯£ Creamy Lime-Avocado Yogurt Drizzle
β’ Β½ avocado
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tbsp lime juice
β’ 1 tsp olive oil
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
β’ Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
β’ Add diced chicken and sear until browned and cooked through.
β’ Lower the heat, stir in honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, and cook for another 2β3 minutes until chicken is glazed.
β’ Add cornstarch slurry if desired, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
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2. Make the Persimmon Salsa
β’ In a bowl, toss diced persimmon, cucumber, red bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
β’ Mix well and set aside to let flavors meld.
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3. Prepare the Lime-Avocado Drizzle
β’ In a blender or small food processor, blend avocado, yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
β’ Add water a little at a time until you achieve a drizzleable consistency.
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4. Toss the Rice with Cilantro
β’ Fluff the cooked jasmine rice and stir in fresh cilantro.
β’ Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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5. Assemble the Bowl
β’ Start with a base of jasmine rice.
β’ Add honey garlic chicken on one side.
β’ Spoon the fresh persimmon salsa onto the other side.
β’ Drizzle generously with the lime-avocado yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with extra cilantro or a lime wedge if desired.
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β¨ Sweet, savory, and refreshingly bright, this bowl is an instant fall favorite thatβs as beautiful as it is delicious.
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