Name: Asian Fusion Ginger-Lime Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lime juice (plus extra wedges for serving); 1 1/2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup jasmine rice (uncooked); 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish); 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Asian Fusion Ginger-Lime Chicken Bowls

HeartyKiwi4105

This Asian Fusion Ginger-Lime Chicken Bowl delivers a vibrant mix of flavors and textures in a quick, beginner-friendly dinner. Juicy, tender chicken gets a moisture boost from a simple brine—a technique borrowed from meticulous test kitchens—before soaking up a punchy marinade of ginger, garlic, soy, and lime. Paired with crisp-tender broccoli, sweet bell pepper, and fluffy jasmine rice, every bite is satisfying and packed with protein. The dish is brightened up with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone seeking a lower-calorie, high-protein dinner that's fun to cook and even better to eat.

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare a 6% salt brine (about 2 tbsp salt dissolved in 4 cups of water). Add chicken pieces and brine for 15 minutes to keep them juicy. Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions.
Drain and pat chicken dry. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, garlic, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, and black pepper. Add chicken, tossing to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes while prepping veggies.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken (reserve marinade) and sear, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and nearly cooked through, 4-5 minutes.
Add broccoli and bell pepper to the skillet. Pour in reserved marinade. Stir-fry until vegetables are just tender and chicken is fully cooked, 4-5 more minutes.
Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with chicken and veggie stir-fry. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges.