Ingredients
Let’s gather the essentials to create this flavorful dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or your favorite hot sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup jasmine rice, cooked
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- Optional garnish: chopped cilantro, sesame seeds
Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with breast if you prefer a leaner cut. You can also adjust the level of spiciness by reducing the sriracha for a milder flavor.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the step-by-step process to bring this dish to life:
- Begin by marinating the chicken. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken to the skillet, cooking each side for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest.
- In the same skillet, add red bell pepper slices and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- To assemble, spoon cooked jasmine rice into bowls, top with sliced chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and steamed broccoli florets.
- Drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the top, adding a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International