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Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls with Spicy Sauce

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Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls with Spicy Sauce are a bold, colorful meal featuring sweet and spicy baked chicken served over rice with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of creamy homemade Yum Yum Sauce. It’s a delicious, balanced dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice (plus 1 tablespoon more, divided)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2–3 tablespoons chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3–4 cups cooked rice
  • Sliced cucumber
  • Sliced avocado
  • Kimchi
  • Fried wontons or crunchy wonton strips
  • Optional: cornstarch for coating chicken

For the Yum Yum Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil mayo
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon tamari, 1 tablespoon orange juice, and black pepper. Lightly coat with cornstarch, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. Whisk together 1/3 cup tamari, 2 tablespoons orange juice, honey, chili paste, garlic, and ginger to make the sauce.
  4. After 15 minutes, pour two-thirds of the sauce over the chicken, toss, and bake for another 5 minutes. Broil during the last 1–2 minutes to char the edges.
  5. Make the Yum Yum Sauce by mixing mayo, ketchup, Worcestershire, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, cucumber, avocado, kimchi, and fried wontons. Drizzle with Yum Yum Sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter bowl.
  • Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood version.
  • Roasted cashews or peanuts make a great crunchy alternative to fried wontons.
  • Adjust chili paste to control the spice level.
  • Add toppings like shredded carrots, edamame, or sautéed greens for variety.

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