Sticky Chicken Bowls
Sticky Chicken Bowls are a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken coated in a sweet, sticky sauce with fluffy rice and colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Experience a delightful blend of textures and tastes in every bite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine chicken with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and brown sugar; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated chicken and cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in reserved marinade and rice vinegar; simmer.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture until sauce thickens (about 2 minutes).
- Serve over rice and garnish with green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 69g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Customize your Sticky Chicken Bowls by adding roasted vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. For added crunch, consider topping with crushed peanuts or sesame seeds.