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Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls

A delightful dish combining tender chicken with a sweet, garlicky sauce over fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Use boneless, skinless chicken breast for best results.
  • 2 cups cooked rice Use any type of your choice, white or brown rice works well.
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low sodium soy sauce can be used.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic will provide the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
  5. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat.
  6. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the honey garlic chicken over a bed of fluffy rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or plant-based protein. You can also double the sauce for extra flavor.