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Honey Soy Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce

Close-up of a Honey Soy Chicken Bowl featuring glazed chicken pieces over rice, topped with garlic sauce, scallions, and sesame seeds.
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A straightforward recipe for tender honey soy glazed chicken served over rice with a bright, homemade garlic sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for marinade)
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • For Garlic Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and ginger in a bowl. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the garlic sauce. Mix the mayonnaise, 2 minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the excess marinade liquid. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a sticky glaze, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the honey soy chicken, steamed broccoli, and shredded carrots.
  7. Drizzle generously with the prepared garlic sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • You can bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes instead of pan-frying for a hands-off method.
  • For extra flavor, use jasmine rice for the base.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1 tablespoon of water to the reserved marinade while it reduces.

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