Save A vibrant rice bowl featuring tender chicken glazed in a sweet and spicy Sriracha honey sauce, served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables.
This recipe is my family's go-to for busy weeknights when we crave something bold yet simple. The Sriracha honey glaze always draws compliments, and assembling the colorful rice bowls is a fun way everyone gets involved at dinner.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 500 g (1.1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Sriracha Honey Sauce: 3 tbsp Sriracha sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil
- Rice: 250 g (1 1/4 cups) jasmine or basmati rice, 500 ml (2 cups) water, 1/2 tsp salt
- Vegetables & Garnish: 1 medium cucumber (sliced), 1 large carrot (julienned or thinly sliced), 100 g (1 cup) red cabbage (thinly shredded), 2 spring onions (sliced), 1 tbsp sesame seeds, fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice:
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, add to the pan, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Glaze the chicken:
- Reduce heat to medium. Pour the Sriracha honey sauce over the chicken. Toss well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Assemble the bowls:
- Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top each with glazed chicken, cucumber slices, carrot, and shredded cabbage.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with spring onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Save Sharing these rice bowls at the table always sparks lively conversation and everyone loves picking their own toppings. It is a tradition that brings a splash of color and flavor to our family evenings!
Required Tools
Saucepan with lid, large skillet or frying pan, knife and cutting board, mixing bowls
Allergen Information
Contains soy (soy sauce) and sesame (sesame oil, seeds). Prepared in a facility free from dairy and gluten if using gluten-free soy sauce. Always check ingredient labels to confirm allergen safety.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 480 Protein: 28 g Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 67 g
Save Your vibrant rice bowl is ready to impress and satisfy. It delivers a beautiful balance of spice, sweetness, and texture every time.