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Sticky Chicken Bowls

Sticky Chicken Bowls: Your New Favorite Comfort Meal

Sticky Chicken Bowls combine tender chicken, fluffy rice, and bright broccoli for a quick, comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Lean protein that's quick to cook.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the chicken.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust to suit heat preference.
  • 1 tp Smoked Paprika Optional but recommended.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Oregano Optional.
For the Sticky Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium version works well.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adjust for sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Adjust for heat.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Optional.
  • 1 tp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger elevates flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Arrowroot Powder Cornstarch can be used.
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 2 tbsp Mayo Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Uncooked Rice Jasmine or medium-grain rice recommended.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Chopped.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For topping.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • bowl
  • Steamer Basket

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Sticky Chicken Bowls
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions, typically 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the broccoli by chopping into florets and steaming or sautéing.
  3. Season the sliced chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and oregano.
  4. Cook the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Prepare the sticky sauce by whisking soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, ginger, and arrowroot powder in the skillet.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and coat in the sauce.
  7. Make the spicy mayo by combining mayo, sriracha, and water until smooth.
  8. Assemble the bowls by layering rice, chicken, broccoli, spicy mayo, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different proteins or spices to suit your taste.

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