# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
04 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Honey Garlic Sauce
05 - 4 tablespoons honey
06 - 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
10 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Rice
11 - 1.25 cups jasmine or short-grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water
13 - Pinch of salt
→ Vegetables
14 - 1.5 cups broccoli florets
15 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
16 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
→ Garnishes
17 - 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
18 - 2 spring onions, sliced
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined. Set aside.
03 - Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
05 - Pour honey garlic sauce over cooked chicken. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
06 - While chicken cooks, steam broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper until just tender (approximately 4-5 minutes), or sauté in a separate pan with a splash of oil for enhanced flavor.
07 - Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with glazed chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions.
08 - Serve immediately while hot.
