Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls – Easy & Delicious
Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls feature tender chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, paired with fluffy rice and crisp vegetables, creating a simple, flavorful, and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian, Western
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Broccoli florets (optional)
- Brown sugar (optional, for richer sauce)
- Bell peppers (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Combine diced chicken, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a bowl. Marinate at least 30 minutes.
- Mix honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a separate bowl to create a thick sauce.
- Heat oil in a pan and cook marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic, add sauce mixture, and simmer until thickened. Return chicken to the pan and coat in sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Optional vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers add color and nutrition.
- Red pepper flakes can add heat if desired.
- Brown sugar can be added for a richer, sweeter sauce.