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Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls

Delicious Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls You'll Love

Try these Honey Sesame Chicken Lunch Bowls for a quick and delicious meal packed with protein and veggies.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: healthy, Honey Sesame Chicken, Lunch Bowls, meal prep, quick dinner, Wholesome
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large pan

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • 0.25 cups chicken stock or water adds richness and moisture
  • 0.25 cups reduced sodium soy sauce enhances savory flavor
  • 0.25 cups honey or maple syrup use maple for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil brings authentic nutty aroma
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch thickens sauce

For the Rice

  • 0.75 cups rice (uncooked) roughly 2 cups cooked

For the Stir-Fry

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided) for browning
  • 3 cups broccoli chopped
  • 3 cups snap peas trimmed
  • 2 large chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • salt & pepper to taste

For Garnish

  • sesame seeds optional, for topping

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce

  • In a medium bowl, shake together the chicken stock, reduced sodium soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch until well combined.

Cook the Rice

  • Begin by cooking the rice according to package instructions, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes.

Sauté the Vegetables

  • In a large pan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the broccoli and snap peas, cooking for 5-7 minutes.

Cook the Chicken

  • In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the cubed chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 7-10 minutes.

Combine Chicken and Sauce

  • Once the chicken is cooked, pour the prepared sauce over it and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Spoon the saucy chicken over the rice and vegetables in each container. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds.

Store and Reheat

  • Store your bowls in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.

Notes

These bowls are perfect for meal prep and can be customized with your choice of veggies or grains.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 10mg