Sweet Thai-Style Chicken Bowl

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breasts, 1 pound
• Jasmine rice, 2 cups
• Bell pepper (red), 1 large
• Green bell pepper, 1 large
• Red onion, 1 medium
• Green onions, for garnish
• Cilantro, for garnish

Sauce Ingredients:

• Brown sugar, 1/4 cup
• Soy sauce, 1/4 cup
• Honey, 1/4 cup
• Garlic, 1 clove, minced
• Ginger, 1 teaspoon grated
• Sriracha sauce, 1 tablespoon (or more to taste)
• Lime juice, 1 tablespoon
• Peanut oil, 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the rice: Rinse and cook the jasmine rice according to package directions.
2. Marinate the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and marinate them with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of Thai chili paste for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the vegetables: Slice the bell peppers into thin strips and chop the red onion.
4. Make the sauce: Whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a bowl.
5. Cook the chicken: Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
6. Add vegetables: Add the bell peppers and red onion to the skillet and sauté until tender-crisp.
7. Combine ingredients: Add the chicken and vegetables to the rice. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir to combine.
8. Garnish: Top with green onions and cilantro.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 55 grams
• Fat: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet, savory, and slightly spicy Thai flavors
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Easy to prepare with readily available ingredients

User Comments:

• "This bowl was delicious! The sweet and spicy sauce was perfect, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked just the way I like them."
• "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a great way to get a taste of Thai cuisine without having to go to a restaurant."
• "This is one of my favorite go-to recipes. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Sriracha sauce, you can substitute another hot sauce of your choice.
• You can also add other vegetables to this bowl, such as carrots, broccoli, or corn.
• Be careful not to overcook the vegetables, as they should still have a slight crunch.