Sweet Chili Chicken Rice Bowls with Juicy Chicken Thighs
Sticky, tangy, and packed with flavor, these Sweet Chili Chicken Rice Bowls use juicy chicken thighs glazed in a sweet chili sauce and served over rice with crisp veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
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½ cup sweet chili sauce
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp lime juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tsp grated fresh ginger
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3 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 cucumber, sliced
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¼ cup chopped cilantro or mint
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Optional: chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, scallions, sriracha
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger.
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Add chicken and marinate 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours).
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Heat a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 5–6 mins per side. Add marinade in last 2 minutes to glaze.
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Rest chicken, then slice.
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Assemble bowls with rice, veggies, chicken, and toppings. Squeeze fresh lime on top.
Notes
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For vegan: use tofu and plant-based glaze.
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Store cooked components separately for meal prep.
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Use brown rice or cauliflower rice as a base alternative.