Description
A quick and vibrant chicken bowl with a sweet honey-soy glaze and fresh mango salsa, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Low-sodium Soy sauce (Use low-sodium to prevent excessive saltiness.)
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame oil (Adds a toasty note to the glaze.)
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs Chicken thighs, boneless skinless (Can substitute with chicken breasts.)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, fresh, grated
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil (For cooking the chicken.)
- 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds (For garnish.)
For the Mango Salsa
- 1 cup Diced mango (Fresh mango preferred.)
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime Juice
For Serving
- for serving Fluffy jasmine rice (Prepare according to package instructions.)
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour this glaze over the chicken.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze thickens.
Preparing Jasmine Rice
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
Assembling the Bowl
- To serve, place a scoop of jasmine rice in a bowl, top with glazed chicken, and finish with fresh mango salsa and chopped green onions.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serve while hot. For extra heat, consider a drizzle of sriracha. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian