Description
Savor the delightful Easy Asian Chicken Rice Bowl, a harmonious blend of succulent chicken and aromatic rice. Flavor-packed ingredients create a quick, satisfying meal that brings Asian culinary traditions directly to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups (370 g) cooked jasmine or brown rice
- 2 cups (150 g) steamed broccoli florets
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded carrots
- ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce
- ¼ cup (30 g) sliced green onions
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 2 tbsps hoisin sauce
- 2 tsps water (for cornstarch)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauce Creation: Whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl until smoothly blended, creating a vibrant flavor base.
- Chicken Preparation: Heat skillet with oil, then cook chicken pieces until golden-brown and fully cooked, rotating occasionally to ensure even caramelization and tender interior.
- Vegetable Infusion: In the same skillet, sauté mixed vegetables quickly to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant colors, developing a complementary flavor profile.
- Flavor Fusion: Return cooked chicken to skillet, pour prepared sauce over the mixture, and gently toss to create a glossy, well-coated combination that melds all ingredients harmoniously.
- Plating Finale: Arrange steamed rice as a foundation, generously top with the chicken and vegetable medley, and garnish with optional green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped herbs to elevate the dish’s visual and gustatory appeal.
Notes
Optimize Chicken Texture: Slice chicken into uniform, thin pieces to ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption, preventing dry or undercooked sections.
Sauce Balance Technique: Adjust sauce sweetness and saltiness by tasting and incrementally adding honey or soy sauce, creating a personalized flavor profile that complements your preference.
Quick Vegetable Preservation: Sauté vegetables briefly to maintain crisp texture and vibrant colors, avoiding overcooking which can lead to mushy, flavorless ingredients.
Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version, ensuring those with dietary restrictions can enjoy the dish without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg