Description
A balanced, flavorful meal featuring crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, jasmine rice, and a naturally sweet honey sesame glaze. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner with a healthy twist.
Ingredients
Chicken:
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed (about 3 cups or 1 1/2 lbs)
1/4 cup avocado oil
Sauce:
1/3 cup honey
1 Tablespoon tomato paste
1 Tablespoon Crystal® Soy Sauce or San-J Tamari Gluten-Free Soy Sauce (alcohol-free)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
Rice:
1 cup jasmine rice
1 teaspoon lime juice
Veggies:
2 Tablespoons avocado oil
1 cup snow peas
2 cups halved Brussels sprouts
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 green onion stalk, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl combine cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Add in the cubed chicken and toss until well coated.
3. In a large non-stick skillet, add the avocado oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add in your chicken.
4. Let pan fry for 5–8 minutes before flipping and cooking for another 5–8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
5. Transfer to a paper towel to drain excess oil.
6. In a large bowl, mix your sauce ingredients: honey, tomato paste, Crystal® Soy Sauce or San-J Tamari, sesame oil, ground ginger, salt, and sesame seeds. Set aside 1/4 cup of the sauce.
7. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce bowl and toss until fully coated.
8. Add more avocado oil to the pan and bring to medium-high heat.
9. Add in snow peas and Brussels sprouts. Cook for about 15 minutes until tender.
10. Add shredded carrots, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11. While veggies cook, prepare the jasmine rice according to package directions, add lime juice, and fluff with a fork.
12. Assemble the bowls: divide rice evenly, top with veggies and chicken, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions.
13. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe makes 4 large meal prep bowls or 5 medium servings.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Reheat with a splash of water or soy sauce to retain moisture.
Perfect for balanced weekly meal prep or a nutritious dinner option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried and Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese