Description
Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls are an easy dinner idea that packs bold flavors into a healthy, customizable bowl. Juicy chicken is glazed in a sweet and savory sticky sauce, then layered over fluffy rice with fresh veggies like cucumbers, carrots, and broccoli. It’s a quick lunch or dinner that’s perfect for meal prep, easy recipes, and balanced food ideas.
Ingredients
500g boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup sliced cucumber
1.5 cups broccoli florets, steamed
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, and rice vinegar. Reserve 2 tablespoons for glaze.
2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
3. Heat a skillet with a bit of oil over medium-high. Sear chicken until cooked and golden on both sides.
4. Pour in reserved sauce and cornstarch. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thick and sticky.
5. Steam broccoli until vibrant and just tender.
6. Assemble bowls: start with rice, then add sliced chicken, carrots, cucumber, and broccoli.
7. Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Drizzle extra glaze over the top.
Notes
Marinate longer for deeper flavor—overnight is best.
Swap rice with brown rice or quinoa for extra fiber.
Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: sticky chicken, rice bowl, quick dinner, easy meal prep