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Chicken & Rice Mini Comfort Bowls


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  • Author: Clara Westbrook
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These Chicken & Rice Mini Comfort Bowls are cozy, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Juicy spiced chicken, fluffy rice, fresh toppings, and three creamy sauces make every bowl feel comforting and fresh. Easy, colorful, and family-friendly.


Ingredients

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For the Spiced Chicken

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.2 lb / 1.2 kg), cut in half

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1½ teaspoons garlic powder

  • 1½ teaspoons onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1½ teaspoons salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

For the Rice

  • 1½ cups white jasmine rice (or brown rice)

  • 2½ cups water (add more if using brown rice)

  • ½ teaspoon salt

Toppings (pick 4 or more)

  • Sweet corn

  • Sliced radishes

  • Grated carrot

  • Diced cucumber

  • Sliced red onion

  • Avocado

  • Cherry tomatoes

  • Cooked peas

  • Grilled red peppers

Cilantro Lime Sauce

  • 1 garlic clove

  • 3 pickled jalapeño slices

  • Handful fresh cilantro

  • 1 tablespoon chives

  • Juice of ½ lime

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 3 tablespoons plain yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Peanut Butter Honey Soy Sauce

  • ¼ cup peanut butter

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • ½ teaspoon garlic

  • ½ teaspoon ginger

  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes

  • Warm water, to thin

Creamy Peri-Peri Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons mild peri-peri sauce

  • ½ tablespoon tomato paste

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1 garlic clove

  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

  • ¼ cup light cream


Instructions

1- Cook the Rice

Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Add rice, water, and salt to a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes (or until tender). Remove from heat and let steam for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork

2- Season the Chicken

Place chicken thighs in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with all spices. Toss until evenly coated.

3- Cook the Chicken

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice

4- Make the Sauces

Blend all ingredients for each sauce separately until smooth. Add warm water to thin sauces to a drizzle-able consistency.

5- Assemble the Bowls

Add rice to each bowl, top with sliced chicken, pile on fresh toppings, and drizzle with your favorite sauce combos

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 33g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g