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Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls

Savory Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls for Easy Meal Prep

Delicious Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls packed with protein and veggies for easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large Pan
  • Fork
  • Airtight Containers

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce

  • ¼ cup Chicken stock or water adds depth to the sauce
  • ¼ cup Reduced sodium soy sauce ensures flavor without too much salt
  • ¼ cup Honey (or maple syrup) provides delightful sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil gives a rich, nutty aroma
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch thickens the sauce

For the Rice

  • ¾ cup Uncooked rice serves as the hearty base

For the Veggies

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing veggies perfectly
  • 3 cups Broccoli chopped into small pieces
  • 3 cups Snap peas ends trimmed for a delightful crunch

For the Chicken

  • 2 large Chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Garnish

  • Sesame seeds sprinkle adds visual appeal

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Prepare the sauce by whisking together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  • Cook the rice according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork and divide amongst containers.
  • Sauté vegetables in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp, then layer on top of the rice.
  • Cook chicken in the same pan with remaining oil, season, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Add the sauce to the cooked chicken, stir to coat evenly, and simmer for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  • Assemble the bowls by adding chicken and sauce on top of rice and veggies, then sprinkle sesame seeds.
  • Store in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days; reheat before serving.

Notes

These Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls are perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different veggies or sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Healthy Eating, Honey Sesame Chicken, Lunch Bowls, meal prep, quick recipes
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