Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies. This quick and easy dish brings together tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy rice, all enhanced by a sweet and spicy honey pepper glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bowl not only satisfies your hunger but also looks visually appealing on your dining table. With the flexibility to customize with your favorite veggies and proteins, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy a nourishing meal that’s packed with nutrients and taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken chunks and sear until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same pan, reduce heat and add honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper; stir well. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken; simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan to coat in the glaze.
- Sauté sliced bell pepper and baby spinach until just tender (about 2-3 minutes).
- Assemble by placing rice in a bowl followed by glazed chicken, sautéed veggies, and cherry tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg