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Quick Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowls: 30 Min Magic

Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowls
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Enjoy these quick and flavorful Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowls, ready in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken thighs are roasted and served over jasmine rice with a refreshing cucumber-radish salad and a creamy sesame-ginger sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 mini cucumbers
  • 4 radishes, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 cups steamed jasmine rice
  • 1 tablespoon chili crisp (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with soy sauce and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, maple syrup, and sesame oil.
  5. Take about 1/4 cup of the sauce and toss it with radishes and cucumbers.
  6. Incorporate tahini and a splash of water into the remaining sauce until smooth.
  7. Serve steamed rice as the base, layer with chicken and cucumber-radish salad, and drizzle with sauce.
  8. Garnish with scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Add chili crisp if desired.

Notes

  • For a leaner option, use chicken breasts.
  • Substitute tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Add sliced avocado or a soft-boiled egg for extra richness.

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