Description

These Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls are an irresistible, easy-to-make meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, steamed broccoli, and a savory-sweet sticky glaze. Topped with a drizzle of spicy mayo, this dish balances flavors and textures in a perfect, customizable bowl. Ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or adding extra toppings like avocado or sesame seeds.

Ingredients

Bowl Base:

2 cups uncooked jasmine rice

2 small heads broccoli, chopped

3 large chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon oregano

Sticky Sauce:

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup rice vinegar

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons sriracha

2 teaspoons sesame oil

1 teaspoon ground ginger

2 teaspoons arrowroot powder mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

Spicy Mayo:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon sriracha

2-3 tablespoons water

Toppings:

Sesame seeds

Sliced green onions

Sliced avocado (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the Rice: Rinse jasmine rice until the water runs clear. Cook rice with 4 cups water and a pinch of salt for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Steam the Broccoli: Steam broccoli until fork-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Prepare and Cook Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil and seasonings. Cook in a skillet for 6-8 minutes until browned.
Make Sticky Sauce: In the same skillet, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, sriracha, sesame oil, and ginger. Simmer and thicken with arrowroot slurry.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Toss the cooked chicken in the sticky sauce for 2-3 minutes.
Prepare Spicy Mayo: Mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and water to desired consistency.
Assemble the Bowls: Serve rice in bowls, top with broccoli and sticky chicken. Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and optional avocado slices.

Notes

Swap jasmine rice for brown rice for a heartier meal.

Use tofu for a vegetarian version.

Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or carrots.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: Approximately 600 kcal per serving