Chicken Zen Bowl Recipe
Make Chicken Zen Bowl Recipe in just 1h 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Grains
Chicken
Vegetables
Toppings
Method
Cooking Rice
- 1
Prepare the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of brown rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Simmer the Rice
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- 3
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Cooking Chicken
- 4
- 5
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, coating well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).
- 6
Cook Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 7
Slice Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
Cooking Vegetables
- 8
Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and sliced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
- 9
Add Green Onions
Finally, add the chopped green onions to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Assembly
- 10
Assemble the Bowl
In a large bowl, layer the cooked brown rice, followed by the sautéed vegetables, and top with sliced chicken.
- 11
Add Toppings
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and drizzle with Sriracha sauce to taste before serving.
