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Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls

Delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls for Busy Weeknights

These Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls combine crispy chicken with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Consider using thighs for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Substitute with sea salt if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use cornstarch as a gluten-free alternative
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped for canola or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is best, but garlic powder works in a pinch
  • 1/3 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Water Omit if sauce is already thinned
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for a gluten-free version
Serving Options
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Options include white, brown, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
  • Garnishes Fresh green onions, Thai basil, or sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken breast pieces with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove chicken and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute.
  4. Whisk together honey, water, and soy sauce in a small bowl, then pour over the sautéed garlic.
  5. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is evenly coated in flour for the best crispy texture. Meal prep storing chicken separately from rice for best results.

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