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Sticky Chicken Bowls

Sticky Chicken Bowls Recipe

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If you’re craving a comforting meal that brings everyone to the table, our Sticky Chicken Bowls Recipe is just what you need! This dish features tender chicken coated in a sweet-spicy glaze, served over fluffy rice and vibrant broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe can be on your table in about 40 minutes, making it an ideal go-to for those short on time. The combination of flavors and textures will have you reaching for seconds, while its easy preparation ensures that even novice cooks can create a satisfying meal. Plus, it’s customizable—swap in your favorite veggies or proteins to make it your own!

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
  • Sriracha (to taste)
  • 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 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 the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Chop broccoli into small florets and set aside.
  3. Slice chicken into strips; season with salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and oregano.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
  5. Steam or sauté broccoli until tender; add to the skillet with chicken.
  6. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, ground ginger, and arrowroot slurry; pour over chicken and simmer until thickened.
  7. For spicy mayo: Mix mayo with sriracha and water until smooth.
  8. Assemble bowls with rice as a base; top with chicken and broccoli, drizzle with spicy mayo, and garnish with sesame seeds.

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