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High Protein Sriracha Honey Chicken Bowls - Sweet, Spicy, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the chicken and sauce:
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (avocado or canola)
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional but great)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • For the bowls:
  • 3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine) or quinoa
  • 2 cups steamed or roasted broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded carrots or thinly sliced cucumber
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Seasoning:
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook your base: Prepare rice or quinoa according to package directions. Fluff and set aside.
  2. Prep the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. This helps the sauce stick and gives a light crust.
  3. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, whisk sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and water.
  4. Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  5. Glaze it: Reduce heat to medium. Pour in the sauce and stir. Simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Adjust to taste: Need more heat? Add extra sriracha. Too spicy? Stir in a little more honey or a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
  7. Assemble the bowls: Divide rice among four bowls. Top with chicken, broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Add avocado if using.
  8. Finish and serve: Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Add lime wedges on the side and squeeze over the top before eating.