Description
Quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls with tender chicken breasts, crisp vegetables, and a sweet-savory sauce. This nutritious meal is ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights, and customizable with various proteins, veggies, and grains for a wholesome family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 2 chicken breasts, tender and lean
Sauce
- 3 tbsp honey (natural)
- 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
Base and Garnish
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
- Optional: chopped green onions or fresh cilantro for freshness
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce (natural), minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth and well combined.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and sliced carrots. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp, then pour in the prepared sauce.
- Combine and Glaze: Return the sliced chicken to the pan. Toss everything together, coating chicken and veggies in the sauce, cooking for 2 more minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Divide cooked rice or quinoa into bowls and top with the honey garlic chicken mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and any additional fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for a vibrant and aromatic sauce.
- Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
- Prep vegetables uniformly for even cooking and appealing presentation.
- Allow the sauce to thicken slightly to help it cling to ingredients.
- To make vegan, substitute chicken with tofu and soy sauce (natural) with tamari (natural).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Honey garlic chicken, quick dinner, healthy chicken bowls, gluten free chicken recipe, weeknight meals
