🥗 Easy Grilled Chicken Poke Bowl 🍗🍚✨
🌟 Dive into fresh and vibrant flavors with this Easy Grilled Chicken Poke Bowl! Juicy, marinated grilled chicken pairs perfectly with fluffy rice, fresh veggies, and a drizzle of flavorful dressing. It’s a quick, customizable meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious! 🌿🍋
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken:
🍗 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
🍋 3 tbsp soy sauce
🥄 2 tbsp olive oil
🌿 1 tbsp sesame oil
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)
For the Bowl Base:
🍚 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or sushi rice (or substitute with brown rice or quinoa)
For the Toppings:
🥕 1/2 cup shredded carrots
🥒 1/2 cup cucumber slices
🥑 1 avocado, sliced
🌿 1/4 cup edamame (cooked and shelled)
🥣 1/4 cup pickled ginger
🥄 1 tbsp sesame seeds
For the Dressing:
🥛 1/4 cup soy sauce
🍋 1 tbsp rice vinegar
🌿 1 tbsp sesame oil
🌶️ 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
🥄 1 tsp honey
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate and Grill the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes. Add the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
2️⃣ Prepare the Rice:
Cook rice according to package instructions and allow it to cool slightly for easy handling.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowls:
Start with a base of cooked rice in each bowl. Arrange shredded carrots, cucumber slices, avocado, edamame, and pickled ginger around the bowl.
4️⃣ Top with Chicken:
Add the grilled chicken slices on top of the rice and veggies.
5️⃣ Drizzle with Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and honey. Drizzle over the bowl.
6️⃣ Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately for a fresh, delicious meal.