Firecracker Chicken Rice

About this recipe

Indulge in a fusion of flavors with our Firecracker Chicken Rice, a perfect blend of spicy, sweet, and savory tastes. This dish features tender chicken pieces marinated and cooked in a fiery sauce, served over aromatic jasmine rice, and finished with fresh herbs and crunchy peanuts. Ideal for a quick yet impressive weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions and set aside.

2. 2

   Whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl; set aside.

3. 3

   Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat lightly in a mixture of cornstarch and water.

4. 4

   Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add coated chicken. Cook until golden, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Pour sauce over chicken and stir well, allowing it to thicken and coat the chicken thoroughly.

6. 6

   Serve over cooked jasmine rice and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and peanuts.