Description
This Delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowl features tender, golden chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy homemade sauce served over fluffy jasmine rice. Enhanced with garlic, honey, and a hint of sriracha for heat, this quick skillet recipe is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
To Serve
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the diced chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sriracha if using. Pour this sauce mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet.
- Thicken Sauce: In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the skillet with chicken and sauce. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, coating the chicken evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the sticky chicken and sauce over the cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor and crunch.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of sriracha or add a dash of red pepper flakes.
- Use chicken breasts if preferred, but adjust cooking time to avoid drying out the meat.
- Jasmine rice pairs best for an authentic texture, but brown rice can be used for a healthier option.
- To save time, use pre-cooked rice or cook rice in advance.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: sticky chicken, chicken rice bowl, easy dinner, sweet and spicy chicken, skillet chicken, quick chicken recipe, Asian chicken bowl
