Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Rice Bowls combine tender chicken thighs glazed with sweet chili sauce, paired with sesame slaw and tangy quick-pickled cucumbers for a refreshing and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or red)
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
2. In a bowl, whisk rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add cucumber slices and toss to coat. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
3. In a bowl, whisk sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Add shredded cabbage, carrot, and sesame seeds. Toss well to coat. Chill until ready to serve.
4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
5. In a bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
6. In each bowl, layer jasmine rice, sesame slaw, and sweet chili chicken. Top with quick-pickled cucumber slices and garnish with extra sesame seeds or scallions, if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For extra spice, add a drizzle of sriracha or sprinkle of red chili flakes on the chicken.
Substitute jasmine rice with brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg