Honey Soy Chicken & Rice Bowls – Sticky, Sweet, and Savory

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Ready to bring some sweet, sticky, savory comfort to your dinner table tonight? This Honey Soy Chicken & Rice Bowl is inspired by traditional home-style cooking where simple pantry staples were transformed into deeply flavorful meals. 🍯🍗✨

Back in the day, dishes like this were all about balance—salty soy, sweet honey, warm garlic, and a touch of tang coming together into a glossy, irresistible sauce that clings perfectly to tender chicken. It’s the kind of recipe families relied on for quick yet satisfying meals, filling the kitchen with aromas that made everyone rush to the table.

What makes this bowl so special? It’s comforting without being heavy, full of flavor without complicated steps, and always dependable—just like the timeless recipes passed down through generations. Served over fluffy rice, it becomes a full, nourishing meal that brings warmth, joy, and a little shine to even the busiest weeknight.

Let’s dive into this wholesome, sticky-sweet tradition and create a bowl that feels like a warm hug. 🍚❤️

Ingredients

Chicken:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

Sauce:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

To Serve:

• 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Steamed broccoli or snap peas

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Prep the Chicken:
   Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with cornstarch to coat lightly.
2. Sear the Chicken:
   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and nearly cooked through.
3. Build the Sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
4. Combine & Simmer:
   Pour sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir and simmer 3–5 minutes until thick, sticky, and glossy.
5. Serve:
   Spoon chicken over warm jasmine rice. Add veggies, sesame seeds, and green onions. Enjoy that sweet-savory magic! 😋🥢

Nutritional Information

⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 25 minutes
⚡ Calories per serving: approx. 430
🍽️ Servings: 4

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Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩‍🍳🍽️