Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls That Will Change Your Weeknight Meals

Healthy Sticky Chicken Bowls are a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. Perfect for a guilt-free dinner option.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups uncooked rice jasmine or basmati rice can be substituted

For the Chicken & Broccoli

3 large chicken breasts can swap for chicken thighs
2 small heads broccoli fresh or frozen can be used

For Cooking

2 tbsp olive oil replace with any cooking oil if desired
1 tsp salt adjust to taste
1/2 tsp pepper increase for more heat
1 tsp chili powder substitute with cayenne for extra heat
1 tsp smoked paprika regular paprika works as a substitute
1 tsp onion powder fresh onion can be used
1 tsp oregano fresh oregano if available

For the Sticky Sauce

1/2 cup soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
1/2 cup honey maple syrup for vegan option
1/4 cup rice vinegar can switch with apple cider vinegar
3 cloves garlic or garlic powder as substitute
2 tbsp sriracha adjust to spice preference
2 tsp sesame oil optional
1 tsp ground ginger fresh ginger can be used
2 tsp arrowroot powder mixed with 2 tbsp water for thickening

For the Spicy Mayo

1/2 cup mayo vegan mayo can be used
1 tbsp sriracha adjust as desired
2-3 tbsp water or milk for creaminess
sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

Large Skillet
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the rice according to package instructions, about 15-20 minutes until tender.
Wash and chop the broccoli into small florets.
Cut chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces and season with spices.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until golden and cooked through.
Add broccoli to the skillet and sauté until bright green and tender.
Mix sticky sauce ingredients and pour over the chicken, simmer until thickened.
Combine mayo, sriracha, and water for spicy mayo, adjust consistency.
Assemble the bowls with rice, chicken, broccoli, spicy mayo, and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Pair with a side salad for more nutrients.

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