Name: Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 0.25 cup honey; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 0.25 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 3 cups cooked rice or grain of choice; 2 cups steamed broccoli; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 cup sliced cucumber; 0.25 cup sliced green onions; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 0.75 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp rice vinegar (for sauce); 0.5 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp sugar

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I love making Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce when I want a balanced meal that’s flavorful, comforting, and satisfying. The chicken is sweet, savory, and aromatic, while the creamy yum yum sauce ties everything together in the most delicious way.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I like this recipe because it feels wholesome but still indulgent. The honey and ginger create a sticky, flavorful glaze on the chicken, and the bowls are easy to customize with different grains and vegetables. I also enjoy how well this meal works for meal prep without losing flavor. Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce

Ingredients

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boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
honey
fresh ginger
garlic
soy sauce
rice vinegar
olive oil
salt
black pepper

cooked rice or grain of choice
steamed broccoli
carrots
cucumber
green onions
sesame seeds

mayonnaise
ketchup
rice vinegar
paprika
garlic powder
sugar

Directions

I start by whisking together honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. I add the chicken and let it marinate briefly while I prepare the rest of the ingredients.

I heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, turning occasionally and letting the sauce thicken into a glossy glaze. I remove the chicken from the pan and slice it into bite-sized pieces.

For the yum yum sauce, I mix mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and sugar until smooth and creamy.

I assemble the bowls by adding rice to the bottom, topping it with chicken, vegetables, and a generous drizzle of yum yum sauce. I finish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Servings and timing

I usually get about 4 servings from this recipe.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes

Variations

I sometimes swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu when I want something different. When I want extra heat, I add sriracha or chili flakes to the sauce. I also enjoy using quinoa or cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.

storage/reheating

I store the chicken, rice, and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, I warm the chicken and rice gently and add the yum yum sauce after reheating. Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce

FAQs

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

I often prepare all the components in advance and assemble the bowls when I’m ready to eat.

Is the yum yum sauce spicy?

I find it mild and creamy, but I add hot sauce if I want more heat.

Can I grill the chicken instead?

I grill the chicken often, and it works beautifully with the honey-ginger glaze.

What vegetables work best in these bowls?

I like broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and snap peas.

Can I make this dairy-free?

I use a dairy-free mayonnaise to keep the yum yum sauce dairy-free.

Conclusion

I keep Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce in my regular rotation because they’re flavorful, flexible, and incredibly satisfying. Every time I make them, they feel like a complete, well-rounded meal that’s both comforting and exciting to eat.

Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls topped with Yum Yum Sauce

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Flavorful honey-ginger glazed chicken bowls served over rice with fresh vegetables and finished with a creamy, irresistible yum yum sauce—perfect for a balanced, comforting meal.

Author: Lizaa
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Diet: Halal

Ingredients

1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
0.25 cup honey
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
0.25 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
3 cups cooked rice or grain of choice
2 cups steamed broccoli
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup sliced cucumber
0.25 cup sliced green onions
1 tbsp sesame seeds
0.75 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp rice vinegar (for sauce)
0.5 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sugar

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together honey, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken to the marinade and let it sit briefly while preparing other ingredients.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, turning occasionally and allowing the sauce to thicken into a glaze.
Remove the chicken from the pan and slice into bite-sized pieces.
In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and sugar until smooth to make the yum yum sauce.
Assemble bowls by adding rice to the base.
Top with glazed chicken, broccoli, carrots, and cucumber.
Drizzle generously with yum yum sauce.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.