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15-Minute Saucy Chicken Satay Bowls

Close-up of a bowl containing white rice topped with saucy chicken, steamed broccoli, carrots, and fresh cilantro.
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Prepare and cook a flavorful, saucy chicken satay bowl in just 15 minutes using quick cooking methods.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup hot water (or more, for thinning)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cups pre-cooked microwave rice or quick-cook noodles
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl. Whisk in hot water gradually until the sauce reaches a pourable consistency. Set aside. (Time: 3 minutes)
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. While chicken cooks, prepare your microwave rice or noodles according to package directions. Steam or microwave the frozen vegetables until hot, about 2 minutes. (Time: 7 minutes total cooking time for chicken and sides)
  4. Pour about half of the prepared peanut sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir quickly to coat the chicken evenly and let it simmer for 1 minute to thicken slightly. (Time: 1 minute)
  5. Assemble your bowls: Divide the rice or noodles among two bowls. Top with the saucy chicken and the hot vegetables.
  6. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the top of the bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with a lime wedge. (Time: 4 minutes)

Notes

  • For faster cooking, slice the chicken thinly across the grain.
  • If you do not have microwave rice, use pre-cooked refrigerated rice and microwave it briefly to heat.
  • Adjust the amount of water in the sauce to control thickness; use less for a thicker coating, more for a runnier sauce.

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