Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

4 servings
These Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a healthy make ahead lunch idea made up of chicken thighs, sesame coleslaw and jasmine rice!

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs
    8
  • low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
    ¼ c
  • honey
    2 tbsp
  • sesame oil
    1 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    4 cloves
  • fresh ginger

    grated

    1 tbsp
  • sesame seeds
    1 tbsp
  • coleslaw mix
    1 bag
  • low sodium soy sauce
    2 tbsp
  • rice vinegar
    2 tbsp
  • honey
    1 tbsp
  • sesame oil
    1 tbsp
  • powdered ginger
    1 tsp
  • jasmine rice
    1 c
  • water
    1 ¼ c
  • butter
    1 tsp
  • salt
    1 pinch

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to high heat, or preheat oven to 425 F. In a large bowl, mix chicken marinade ingredients together. Add chicken thighs and marinate 10-15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, cook jasmine rice according to package directions. Mix together ingredients for sesame slaw dressing, then set aside.

  3. 3

    Add chicken to grill or frying pan. Cook on grill for 7 minutes, then flip and cook another 5 minutes depending on how large the thighs are. If using the oven method, bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20 minutes or until chicken reaches 165 F in thickest part of thigh.

  4. 4

    Add two chicken thighs to each meal prep bowl. Toss coleslaw with dressing then add slaw and rice to each bowl. Serve and enjoy - leftovers stay good in the fridge up to 4-5 days.

Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

35 min4 servings520 cal

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About this Recipe

Tired of dull desk lunches? These Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are your answer, bringing vibrant, savory flavors and satisfying textures to your week, making healthy eating effortlessly delicious.

What makes these meal prep bowls truly shine is the intelligent combination of components designed for both flavor and convenience. Juicy, marinated chicken thighs pair perfectly with a bright, tangy sesame coleslaw, all balanced by fluffy jasmine rice, creating a harmonious and complete meal that holds up beautifully.

Each bowl promises a delightful experience. You'll enjoy tender chicken thighs infused with a sweet and savory marinade, boasting notes of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, aromatic garlic, and fresh ginger. This contrasts beautifully with the crispness of the sesame coleslaw, which is dressed with a lively blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey and sesame oil. The fragrant jasmine rice provides a comforting, starchy base to tie all the flavors together. This main course is designed to be a satisfying and well-rounded lunch experience.

For those looking to customize, the versatile chicken thighs could be swapped for other proteins if preferred. If you want to enhance the coleslaw, you can always add other shredded vegetables to the mix. Adjusting the amount of honey in both the chicken marinade and the coleslaw dressing allows you to fine-tune the sweetness to your liking.

These Korean Inspired Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are perfectly suited for busy weekdays, offering a complete and healthy lunch that’s ready to grab and go, ensuring a flavorful meal is always within reach.

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