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Chicken Rice Bowls

Quick and comforting Chicken Rice Bowls packed with tender chicken, a sweet-savory sauce, and fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice Use leftover rice for convenience.
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced Can be substituted with shrimp or tofu.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced Toasting enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Chopped green onions Add for freshness and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Cooking
  1. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to combine.
  3. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
  2. Enjoy your meal!

Notes

Chicken Rice Bowls can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Letting the chicken marinate in the sauce for about 15 minutes adds extra flavor.