Description
If you’re looking for a bold, flavor-packed meal that combines sweet heat, creamy richness, and satisfying textures, these Spicy Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce are exactly what you need. Juicy, golden-brown chicken is coated in a sticky honey-ginger glaze with just the right amount of spice, then served over warm rice with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and a drizzle of luscious Yum Yum sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For the Yum Yum Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
For the Bowl Assembly:
- 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine, brown, or quinoa)
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup kimchi
- 1/4 cup crispy wontons (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix honey, chili paste, soy sauce, orange juice, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch.
- Toss the sliced chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until caramelized and fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Yum Yum Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Stir until smooth and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowls
- Start with a base of cooked rice.
- Add sliced chicken, cucumber, avocado, and kimchi.
- Sprinkle crispy wontons and green onions on top.
- Drizzle with Yum Yum sauce and garnish with sesame seeds.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately, allowing the flavors to blend perfectly.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer for extra flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing chili paste.
- Store leftovers separately and reheat for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired