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Sticky Chicken Bowls

Sticky Chicken Bowls Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sticky Chicken Bowls, where tender chicken meets a sweet-spicy glaze, complemented by vibrant broccoli and fluffy rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep, offering a satisfying blend of flavors that everyone will love. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this family-friendly meal that stores well in the fridge for lunch throughout the week. Customize it with your favorite vegetables and enjoy a deliciously versatile experience.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large chicken breasts
  • 2 cups uncooked rice
  • 2 small heads broccoli (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp arrowroot powder mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 23 tbsp water
  • sesame seeds for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
  2. Chop broccoli into small florets and set aside.
  3. Slice chicken breasts into strips; season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and oregano.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. Steam or sauté broccoli until tender while chicken cooks.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, ground ginger, and arrowroot slurry. Pour into the skillet with chicken and simmer until thickened.
  7. For spicy mayo, mix mayo with sriracha and water to desired consistency.
  8. Assemble bowls: place rice at the bottom, top with sticky chicken and broccoli; drizzle spicy mayo on top.

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