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Honey Sesame Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Delicious Honey Sesame Chicken Meal Prep Bowls for Busy Nights

Experience the delightful Honey Sesame Chicken Meal Prep Bowls, perfect for quick and balanced dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup cornstarch can substitute with arrowroot powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil can replace with olive oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste can omit if unavailable
  • 1/4 cup tamari or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger or fresh ginger
For the Rice & Veggies
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice or brown rice
  • 2 cups vegetables like snow peas, Brussels sprouts, and carrots

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the cubed chicken in this mixture until evenly coated. Let it sit while oil is heated.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add coated chicken and cook for 5-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together honey, tomato paste, tamari, sesame oil, ground ginger, and reserved cornstarch mixture. Set aside 1/4 cup of sauce for drizzling later.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and stir to coat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sticky and glazed.
  5. Sauté snow peas and Brussels sprouts in the skillet for about 15 minutes. Add sliced carrots and cook for another 4-5 minutes until tender.
  6. Prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions. Stir in lime juice before fluffing.
  7. Assemble bowls with rice, veggies, and topped with glazed chicken. Drizzle reserved sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Let everything cool before storing to maintain texture and flavor for up to 4-5 days.

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