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Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls

Savory Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls for Easy Meal Prep

Quick and easy Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls offer a homemade taste in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Honey Sesame Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice preferences
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Bowl
  • 2 cups rice white or brown rice; cauliflower rice for low-carb
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup broccoli fresh, cut into florets
  • 1 cup snap peas can swap for sugar snap peas or green beans
  • 2 boneless lbs chicken breasts cubed; can substitute with tofu or shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken stock, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Prepare rice according to package instructions, ensuring it's fluffy and tender.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet; sauté broccoli and snap peas for 5-7 minutes until bright and crisp.
  4. Add more olive oil and cubed chicken to the skillet; cook for 7-10 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet; simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Drizzle remaining sauce over the bowls; garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prep all ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process.

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