Golden Sesame Chicken Bowl

About this recipe

This Golden Sesame Chicken Bowl offers a harmonious blend of crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet sesame glaze, nestled on a bed of fluffy rice with vibrant carrots, cabbage, and scallions. Perfect for a nourishing dinner, this dish is both flavorful and nutritious, catering to your taste buds and well-being.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

Directions

1. 1

   Whisk together cornstarch, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Coat the chicken pieces in the cornstarch mixture.

3. 3

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 7 minutes.

4. 4

   Whisk honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a bowl; pour over chicken, reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls.

6. 6

   Top with golden sesame chicken, carrots, cabbage, green onions, and sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Serve immediately and enjoy!