Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 3 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup snap peas
– 2 green onions, chopped
– 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Spicy Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce is straightforward. Just follow these steps:
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together minced ginger, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the chicken is marinating, wash and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
3. Make the Yum Yum Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to your preference and set aside.
4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil if desired. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade), and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest.
5. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add your chopped vegetables. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
6. Reduce the Marinade: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Bring it to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Slice the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into strips for easy serving.
8. Assemble the Bowls: In bowls, layer cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, sliced chicken, and drizzle with yum yum sauce.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for added flavor and presentation.
10. Serve Warm: Enjoy your Spicy Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls with Yum Yum Sauce right away while they are fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g