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Sesame Chicken Bowls Recipe

Sesame Chicken Bowls Recipe
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These Sesame Chicken Bowls are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful sauce with steamed broccoli florets and fluffy basmati rice. The dish is topped with toasted sesame seeds and green onions for a fresh finish.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 4 ½ tablespoons corn starch, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup orange marmalade
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 ½ tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For Serving:

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 12 ounces broccoli florets
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: In a large saucepan, cook the basmati rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. Steam the Broccoli: Place the broccoli florets in a steamer over boiling water. Steam for 5 minutes until tender and vibrant green. Set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chicken stock, orange marmalade, orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, Sriracha, and cornstarch.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then coat with cornstarch.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Heat canola oil in a skillet, cook the chicken until golden brown. Add the sauce and sesame seeds, cook until thickened.
  6. Serve: Serve the chicken with rice and broccoli, garnished with green onions.

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Keywords: Sesame Chicken Bowls, Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry, Easy Asian Dinner Recipe

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