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35-Minute Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl to Crave Forever

Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl
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A flavorful and protein-packed Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl with a refreshing Sesame Cucumber Salad. Quick and easy to make for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Add the rice, water, and salt to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts into thick strips or bite-size pieces.
  3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Add the chicken and toss until evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  6. To make the cucumber salad, combine sliced cucumbers, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds. Toss well.
  7. Divide the fluffy white rice among bowls. Add the spicy garlic chicken and sesame cucumber salad on the side.
  8. Serve immediately with extra chili flakes or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add more chili powder or red pepper flakes.
  • Replace white rice with brown rice for a healthier option.
  • For a vegetarian version, use tofu instead of chicken.

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Keywords: Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl, Sesame Cucumber Salad, Asian Cucumber Salad, High Protein Chicken Dinner, Easy Chicken Rice Bowl, Garlic Chicken Recipe

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