Honey Pepper Chicken Rice (Print Version)

Sticky honey-glazed chicken with red peppers served over rice and topped with fresh scallions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces

→ Grains

02 - 1 cup white rice

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced

→ Oils & Condiments

05 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
06 - 3 tablespoons honey
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
11 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
12 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Cook 1 cup white rice according to package instructions so it is ready when the chicken finishes cooking.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced chicken with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, garlic salt, black pepper, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Sauté over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
05 - Stir in honey and soy sauce, allowing the mixture to bubble and thicken into a glossy glaze.
06 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat with the honey-soy glaze.
07 - Spoon the honey pepper chicken over the prepared rice and garnish with sliced scallions before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For best texture, let the chicken develop a golden crust by avoiding frequent stirring during cooking.
02 - Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
03 - Leftovers can be stored chilled for 2-3 days and reheated with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.