Description
Sticky, savory-sweet, and packed with flavor, these Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls are the ultimate quick dinner idea. With golden-crisp chicken bites glazed in a rich honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy white rice and fresh cucumber slices, this dish hits every satisfying note. It’s one of those perfect weeknight meals that feels indulgent but comes together effortlessly in under 30 minutes. Great for healthy snack lovers, easy dinner seekers, or anyone looking for new food ideas and simple recipes for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons neutral oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups cooked white rice
1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Fresh basil or mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and toss with salt, pepper, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
3. Remove chicken and reduce heat. Add garlic and ginger to the pan; sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Stir in honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
5. Return chicken to pan, coat with sauce, and simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
6. Assemble bowls with rice, glazed chicken, cucumber slices, and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
7. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful bites.
Don’t skip the cornstarch—it’s key for crispiness and sauce adhesion.
To meal prep, store components separately and reheat gently to preserve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy recipe, chicken bowl, honey garlic chicken, weeknight meal, meal prep