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Honey Soy Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce

Close-up of a Honey Soy Chicken Bowl featuring glazed chicken pieces over white rice, drizzled with white sauce and green onions.
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Make a flavorful weeknight dinner with this recipe for sticky honey soy glazed chicken served over rice with fresh vegetables and a creamy 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 (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for marinade)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli florets, sliced carrots, snow peas)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • For the Garlic Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 cloves garlic, roasted or finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons water (to thin, if needed)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Add the cut chicken, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Cook the vegetables: Steam or lightly sauté your mixed vegetables until tender-crisp. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the remaining liquid. Add the chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned.
  4. Glaze the chicken: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce reduces and thickens into a sticky glaze that coats the chicken, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. Make the garlic sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well. Add water one tablespoon at a time until you reach a smooth, drizzly consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with the glazed chicken and the cooked vegetables. Drizzle generously with the prepared garlic sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For a quicker meal, use pre-cooked rice.
  • You can bake the chicken at 400°F for 15-20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade for a little heat.

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