Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Sticky chicken:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed (you love high-protein!)
1 tbsp avocado oil

Sugar-free sticky sauce:

¼ cup coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce (you love low-sodium!)
3 tbsp sugar-free honey (monk fruit blend—you love blood sugar friendly!)
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional—you love spicy!)
1 tsp xanthan gum or 1 tbsp arrowroot powder (to thicken—you love clean labels!)

Bowl base & toppings:

2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice—you love low-carb!)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup cucumber, sliced
½ cup edamame or snap peas
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds
Optional: Avocado slices (you love creamy textures!)

Instructions

1. Cook rice:

Prepare rice or cauliflower rice according to package directions. Keep warm.

2. Sear chicken:

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5–6 minutes until golden. Remove; set aside.

3. Make sauce:

In same skillet, combine coconut aminos, sugar-free honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Whisk in xanthan gum (or arrowroot slurry: mix with 1 tbsp cold water). Simmer 2–3 minutes until glossy and thickened.

4. Glaze chicken:

Return chicken to skillet; toss to coat in sauce. Cook 1–2 minutes until sticky and fully cooked.

5. Assemble bowls:

Divide rice among bowls. Top with chicken, carrots, cucumber, edamame, green onions, sesame seeds, and optional avocado. Drizzle with extra sauce.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use chicken thighs—more flavorful and stay juicier.
✅ Don’t overcrowd skillet—ensures proper browning.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Coconut aminos = 65% less sodium than soy sauce
→ Boost umami with extra ginger and garlic
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free honey = zero glycemic impact
→ Net carbs: 18g/serving (with regular rice)
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Swap rice for cauliflower rice
→ Net carbs drop to 7g/serving
✅ Make ahead:
→ Sauce base keeps 3 days refrigerated
→ Cooked chicken keeps 3 days refrigerated

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 3 days | Best fresh
→ Serving ideas:
→ As a balanced weeknight dinner
→ With extra chili oil for heat lovers
→ For meal prep—store components separately

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):