Name: Hoisin Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/3 cup hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp ground ginger; 1-2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tbsp sesame oil (or canola oil); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 8 oz mushrooms, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks; White rice, for serving; Sesame seeds, for garnish

Description

This flavorful Hoisin Chicken Rice Bowl combines tender bite-sized chicken pieces cooked with mushrooms and red bell pepper, all coated in a savory and slightly spicy hoisin sauce. Served over fluffy white rice and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors ideal for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Sauce

1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp ground ginger
1-2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Main

2 tbsp sesame oil (or canola oil)
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
White rice, for serving
Sesame seeds, for garnish

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Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well until fully combined and set aside.
Cook the Chicken and Veggies: Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add sliced mushrooms and finely chopped red bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Then add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Add the Sauce: Pour the hoisin sauce mixture into the skillet with the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to warm through and slightly thicken.
Serve: Spoon the hoisin chicken mixture over cooked white rice. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy warm.

Notes

You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
For extra crunch, add chopped green onions or cilantro as garnish.
This dish pairs well with steamed or stir-fried greens such as bok choy or broccoli.