🍯🍗 Mouthwatering Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl with Rice & Broccoli 🥦🍚
Prep Time: 10 minutes ⏱️
Cook Time: 20 minutes 🍳
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: ~450 per serving
Ingredients 🛒
For the Chicken:
1 lb chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1/4 cup honey 🍯
3 tbsp soy sauce 🥢
3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 tsp ginger, grated (optional) 🌿
1/2 tsp black pepper 🧂
For the Bowl:
2 cups cooked white rice 🍚
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed 🥦
Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional) 🌱
Directions 👨🍳
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with black pepper, and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken, stirring well to coat. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is glazed and sticky. 🍯
Steam the Broccoli: While the chicken is cooking, steam broccoli until bright green and tender.
Assemble the Bowl: Add a generous serving of rice, steamed broccoli, and glazed honey garlic chicken to a bowl. Drizzle with extra sauce from the pan.
Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a beautiful finish. Enjoy! 🌟
Tips 💡
Protein Variation: Substitute chicken with shrimp, tofu, or beef for variety. 🍤🍖
Add Veggies: Include carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra color and crunch. 🥕🫑
Rice Swap: Use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a healthier option. 🍚🥬
This sweet, savory, and sticky honey garlic chicken bowl is simple to make and loaded with flavor—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! 🍗✨