Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Chicken Poke Bowl! This colorful dish features tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic sesame seeds, creating a delightful combination that excites your palate. Perfect for meal prep or casual gatherings, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—customize it with your favorite toppings for a personal touch. Enjoy this tropical-inspired comfort food that’s both visually stunning and nourishing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice or jasmine rice
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: Sriracha or chili sauce for heat
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat grill or pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Assemble bowls by placing cooked rice at the base and topping with sliced chicken, cucumbers, carrots, avocado slices, and green onions.
- Drizzle with remaining marinade or sriracha if desired; garnish with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg