Flavorful Chicken Bowl
Dive into the vibrant world of flavor with this easy and nourishing Flavorful Chicken Bowl recipe! Packed with tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts, hearty brown rice, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli, this dish is as satisfying as it is nutritious. The soy sauce and honey glaze add a delightfully sweet and savory touch, while sesame seeds provide a nutty finish that ties everything together. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this healthy chicken bowl is perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or anytime you’re craving a wholesome, balanced meal. Simple, versatile, and full of irresistible flavor, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: flavorful chicken bowl, healthy chicken recipes, rice bowl ideas, quick weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 piece red bell pepper
- 1 piece zucchini
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Meanwhile, rinse the brown rice under cold water and add it to a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 35-40 minutes until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, dice the red bell pepper and zucchini.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets.
Stir-fry the vegetables over medium heat until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and honey to make the sauce.
Once the vegetables are ready, add the sliced chicken back to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork. Divide the rice among four bowls.
Top each bowl with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over each bowl before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3429 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 124.5 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1925 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
