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Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl with Creamy Sauce

Close-up of a Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl featuring glazed chicken pieces over rice, topped with creamy sauce, broccoli, and red peppers.
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Prepare a flavorful weeknight dinner featuring sticky honey garlic chicken served over rice with fresh vegetables and a simple creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • For the Creamy Sauce: 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens into a glaze.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat completely in the honey garlic glaze. Cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  6. Steam or lightly sauté the broccoli florets and red bell pepper until tender-crisp.
  7. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the honey garlic chicken, steamed vegetables, and drizzle generously with the creamy sauce.

Notes

  • For meal prepping, store the chicken, rice, vegetables, and creamy sauce in separate containers. Reheat components before assembling.
  • You can substitute brown rice or quinoa for white rice.
  • Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions as a final topping for extra texture.

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