A vibrant, nutrient-packed bowl with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, fluffy jasmine rice, and a creamy peanut sauce. Quick to make and perfect for busy weeknights, it balances bold flavors and textures for a satisfying, colorful meal.
1 cup jasmine rice, uncooked
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts
2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 cup cucumber, julienned
2 cups baby spinach
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. Cook according to package instructions (typically 18-20 minutes for stovetop or 10-12 minutes for rice cooker).
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for the chicken marinade. Marinate the chicken for 10 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil, then cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Steam broccoli for 2-3 minutes, then toss with red bell pepper, carrot, and cucumber. Sauté briefly for extra crisp-tenderness.
In a blender or bowl, whisk peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, and ginger to create the peanut sauce (add 2-3 tbsp water if needed for consistency).
Assemble bowls by layering cooked rice, spinach, steamed vegetables, and chicken. Drizzle with peanut sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes.
Substitute tofu for chicken as a vegetarian option
Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix for quick veggie prep
Adjust peanut sauce thickness to taste
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days
Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor
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