Description
Savor the irresistible fusion of crispy chicken, sweet honey, and nutty sesame oil in these delightful sesame chicken bowls. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, this dish brings together tender chicken and vibrant vegetables atop a fluffy rice bed, creating a comforting meal that pleases every palate. With easy preparation and quick cooking time, you’ll have a delicious homemade feast ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cups jasmine or basmati rice (cooked)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken; cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add chopped vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking; sauté until they are tender yet crisp.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the chicken and veggies; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Serve on cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg