Description
This Epic Chili Garlic Chicken Bowl combines bold flavors with fresh, crunchy vegetables and a hearty base of steamed rice, making it the perfect meal for any time of day.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 small cucumber, julienned
1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup purple cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
2 cups steamed jasmine rice (or any rice of choice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
- Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
- Pour the chili garlic sauce mixture over the chicken and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and caramelize slightly.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the veggie crunch. In a bowl, combine the carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, purple cabbage, and green onions. Toss gently to mix.
- To assemble, place a serving of steamed rice in each bowl. Top with the chili garlic chicken and a generous portion of veggie crunch.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
Protein: Swap the chicken for tofu, shrimp, or beef for a different flavor profile.
Rice: You can use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a different base.
Veggies: Feel free to swap in other crunchy veggies like radishes, snow peas, or shredded lettuce for variety.
Spice level: Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce based on how spicy you prefer the dish.
Sauce: Add a splash of rice vinegar or a drizzle of sesame oil for a tangy twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
