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Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowl

Pan-seared chicken breast glazed with a warm soy-ginger sauce, served over fluffy rice. Ready in 25 minutes with just four ingredients and one skillet.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
42g
Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook rice according to package directions while you prep the chicken.

  2. Step 2

    Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).

  4. Step 4

    Stir soy sauce and ginger together, then pour over the chicken and turn to coat. Simmer 1 minute until glossy.

  5. Step 5

    Slice chicken and serve over rice, spooning the pan sauce over the top.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (10-12 inch)
  • cutting board
  • knife

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