Healthy Asian Ground Chicken Rice Bowl
A simple and satisfying meal featuring ground chicken, savory soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil adds moisture
- 1/2 cup diced onion contributes sweetness
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic enhances flavor
- 2 pounds ground chicken breast serves as the protein base
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt enhances overall flavor
- to taste fresh black pepper adds mild heat
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce provides spice and depth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce offers umami richness
- 1/3 cup brown sugar adds sweetness
- 1-2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil gives nutty aroma
- 1/3 cup chicken broth adds moisture
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water thickens the sauce
- to garnish chopped scallions adds freshness
- to garnish sesame seeds provides texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until soft and translucent.
- Introduce the chopped garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until no longer pink.
- Season the mixture with kosher salt and fresh black pepper. Then pour in the chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer gently to blend the flavors.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce.
- Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Serve the chicken mixture onto plates, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
This dish works great for family meals and can be enjoyed as leftovers. For a different flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers during cooking.