Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are flavorful and convenient meals for busy weeknights. They feature tender chicken breast coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served alongside fluffy rice and crisp green beans. These bowls are perfect for meal prepping, ensuring you have healthy and delicious meals ready to go throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, reserving any extra marinade. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a simmer. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
- While the chicken is cooking, steam or boil the green beans until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- To assemble the meal prep bowls, divide the cooked rice, honey garlic chicken, and green beans evenly among four airtight containers.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lime juice or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to your bowls before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute other vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for the green beans.
- To reheat, simply microwave the bowls for 1-2 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg