Description
Savor the enticing flavors of the Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Bowl, a delectable dish that marries sweet and savory notes in every bite. This quick and easy meal features tender, marinated chicken thighs cooked to perfection in a luscious honey soy sauce. Served over fluffy jasmine rice and topped with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, it’s sure to become a favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings. With just one pan required, you’ll enjoy minimal cleanup while delighting in this comforting dish any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Marinate chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. Pour leftover marinade into the skillet, add cornstarch to thicken, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet to coat with the sauce. Serve over jasmine rice garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg