Description

Indulge in a delightful meal with these Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls, a perfect option for busy weeknights or meal prep. This quick and easy recipe features juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and fluffy rice all wrapped in a sweet and savory sticky glaze. The vibrant colors and bold flavors create an appetizing dish that is satisfying and nutritious. With minimal prep time and the help of an air fryer, you can serve up a wholesome dinner that pleases the whole family. Customize your bowls with various vegetables or proteins to suit your taste. Enjoy the comforting experience of this flavor-packed meal any day of the week!

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups uncooked rice
2 small heads broccoli, chopped
3 large breasts chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup honey
¼ cup rice vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp oregano
2 tsp arrowroot powder
2 tbsp water

Instructions

Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Boil 4 cups of water in a large pot, add rice with a pinch of salt, lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and spices.
Marinate chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 10 minutes.
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook marinated chicken for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
Mix arrowroot with water; add to leftover marinade on stovetop over medium heat until thickened.
Assemble bowls with rice as base, topped with chicken and broccoli; drizzle with thickened sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 68g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap out broccoli for other veggies like bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust sweetness or spice levels by modifying honey or sriracha amounts.