Description

This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl combines juicy chicken glazed in sticky sweet chili sauce with rice and crisp vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, flavorful, and customizable dinner perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

1 lb (454g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
2 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sweet Chili Glaze:

⅓ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or preferred rice)
½ cup shredded carrots
½ cup sliced cucumbers
½ cup shredded red cabbage
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
1 green onion, sliced (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Slice chicken into strips, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat oil in skillet and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Make the Glaze: Whisk chili sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Add to skillet and stir until glaze thickens and coats chicken.
Build the Bowl: Divide rice into bowls. Arrange carrots, cucumbers, and cabbage around edges. Place glazed chicken in the center.
Garnish: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

Bake instead of pan-fry: Cook chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes, then coat with glaze.
Use fresh crunchy veggies for best texture.
Add avocado or a soft-boiled egg for richness.
Swap proteins with shrimp, salmon, or tofu for variations.
Great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl

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