Bol de pollo con miel y ajo, rico en proteínas, dulce, sabroso y saciante

Ingredientes

• For the chicken: 1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs), cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for light coating, optional)
• For the sauce: 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or chili paste (optional for heat)
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (to thicken)
• For the bowls: 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
• 2 cups steamed or sautéed broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots or matchsticks
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Sesame seeds and lime wedges, for garnish

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook your base: Make brown rice or quinoa according to package directions. Fluff and set aside.

2. 2

   Prep the veggies: Steam or quickly sauté broccoli until crisp-tender. Slice pepper and prep carrots and green onions.

3. 3

   Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), water, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth.

4. 4

   Season the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Toss with a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch for light browning.

5. 5

   Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring once or twice, until cooked through and lightly golden.

6. 6

   Sauce it up: Reduce heat to medium. Pour in the sauce and stir. Simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and thick enough to coat the chicken.

7. 7

   Assemble the bowls: Add rice or quinoa to bowls. Top with honey garlic chicken, broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Finish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust: Add a splash more soy for salt, extra lime for brightness, or a drizzle of honey if you want sweeter.