Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls, a perfect blend of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice smothered in a sweet and savory sticky sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, but it’s also packed with protein and nutrients that satisfy your cravings without compromising on taste. The added kick from spicy mayo and the option to customize with various toppings make these bowls a versatile choice for any meal occasion. Dive into this flavorful experience today!
Ingredients
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked rice
- 2 small heads of broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons arrowroot powder mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry; can substitute cornstarch)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 2–3 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- Steam chopped broccoli until tender; set aside.
- Dice chicken breasts and toss with olive oil and spices.
- Air fry chicken at 400°F for about 12 minutes until cooked through.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, ginger; bring to boil then thicken with arrowroot slurry.
- Mix mayonnaise with sriracha; adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Assemble bowls: layer rice, broccoli, chicken; drizzle with sticky sauce and spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg