Description
This Delicious Sticky Chicken Rice Bowl features tender, golden chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and savory sticky sauce made with honey, soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of sriracha for heat. Served over fluffy jasmine rice and garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this quick and flavorful meal is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Serving
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the diced chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, mix together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sriracha (if using) in a small bowl. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken.
- Thicken the Sauce: In another small bowl, combine the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir this into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and turns glossy, coating the chicken evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the cooked jasmine rice into serving bowls. Top with the sticky chicken mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use boneless skinless chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
- Sriracha is optional; omit or adjust according to your spice preference.
- Ensure the cornstarch slurry is well mixed to avoid lumps in the sauce.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Can substitute jasmine rice with brown rice for a healthier option, though cooking times will vary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: sticky chicken, chicken rice bowl, honey soy chicken, quick dinner, easy chicken recipe, Asian chicken bowl
