Description
These Spicy Honey-Ginger Chicken Bowls are the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors! Crispy, sticky chicken glazed in a bold honey-ginger sauce served over a bed of rice, topped with fresh veggies, crispy fried wontons, and creamy Yum Yum sauce. A delicious, satisfying meal that’ll please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 1 tablespoon + ⅓ cup tamari or soy sauce (divided)
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Black pepper, to taste
For the Spicy Honey-Ginger Sauce:
- ¼ cup honey
- 2–3 tablespoons chili paste (adjust for spice level)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
For Serving:
- 3–4 cups cooked rice
- Sliced cucumber
- Sliced avocado
- Kimchi
- Crispy fried wontons
For the Yum Yum Sauce:
- ⅓ cup olive oil mayo
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). -
Prepare & Bake the Chicken
On a large baking sheet, toss chicken with 1 tablespoon tamari + 1 tablespoon orange juice.
Season with black pepper and sprinkle cornstarch over the chicken, lightly tossing to coat.
Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes. -
Make the Sauce
While the chicken bakes, whisk together:- ⅓ cup tamari
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Honey
- Chili paste
- Garlic & ginger
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Glaze & Broil the Chicken
After 15 minutes, pour two-thirds of the sauce over the chicken, tossing to coat.
Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, or until fully cooked.
Broil for 1-2 minutes to char the edges for extra flavor.
Drizzle the remaining sauce over the chicken once done (optional). -
Make the Yum Yum Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together:- Mayo
- Ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- Seasoned salt
- Cayenne pepper
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Assemble the Bowls
Divide cooked rice into bowls.
Top with Spicy Honey-Ginger Chicken, sliced cucumbers, avocado, and kimchi.
Add crispy fried wontons for crunch.
Drizzle with Yum Yum Sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- Swap proteins! Try shrimp, tofu, or beef instead of chicken.
- Make it milder! Reduce chili paste or add extra honey for a sweeter flavor.
- Storage: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days—perfect for meal prep!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg