Description
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with these delightful Sesame Chicken Bowls. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a rich sesame sauce, stir-fried with vibrant vegetables, and served over fluffy rice. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is sure to impress while being easy to customize based on your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli and bell peppers)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger root, minced
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic and ginger. Chop broccoli and bell peppers.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ginger. Add chicken; marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of sesame oil. Add marinated chicken; cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add vegetables; stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Pour in reserved marinade; simmer for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over steamed rice, topping with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg