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Honey Garlic Chicken Bites with Rice Bowl

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Make quick, sticky honey garlic chicken bites served over rice with simple vegetable toppings for a complete weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch bites
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken bites lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, combine the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, minced garlic, and sriracha (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  5. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 1 minute.
  6. Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly with the honey garlic sauce.
  7. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top the rice with the honey garlic chicken bites.
  8. Arrange steamed broccoli florets around the chicken. Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For meal prepping, store the rice, chicken, and sauce separately from the fresh toppings like green onions. Combine just before eating.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch to 1.5 tablespoons.
  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a richer flavor.

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