Description
This balanced chicken rice bowl is the ultimate weeknight meal, featuring succulent chicken breast, aromatic jasmine rice, and crisp, fresh broccoli. The meal is brought together by a savory soy and sesame glaze that adds a beautiful depth of flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a quick family dinner, this dish relies on high-heat searing for the chicken to ensure a moist, flavorful finish with a professional touch.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, thinly sliced against the grain
2 cups jasmine rice
2 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice and cook according to package directions.
Steam the broccoli florets until tender-crisp, then set aside.
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
Sear the sliced chicken breast until golden brown and cooked through.
Reduce heat and add the soy sauce and honey to the skillet, stirring until the chicken is coated with a thickened glaze.
Divide the cooked jasmine rice into bowls.
Top each bowl with the glazed chicken and steamed broccoli.
Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure you slice the chicken breast against the grain to maintain the most tender texture. For meal prep, store the cooked chicken, rice, and broccoli in separate containers for up to 3 days. Drizzle fresh glaze just before serving to maintain the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg