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Healthy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls with Mushrooms and Crunchy Cucumber Salad

A vibrant and satisfying meal featuring tender chicken breasts coated in sweet chili sauce, earthy mushrooms, and refreshing cucumber salad served over rice or quinoa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 large Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 1/2 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 cup Rice or quinoa (cooked) For the base
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Divided for cooking
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cucumbers (sliced)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Green onions (chopped, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by preparing your rice or quinoa according to the package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes until they are soft.
  3. Return the sliced chicken to the skillet, pour in the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, and stir to combine. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the sliced cucumbers with a pinch of salt and some pepper.
  5. In serving bowls, layer cooked rice or quinoa, followed by the sweet chili chicken and mushrooms. Top with the crunchy cucumber salad, and finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions.
Serving
  1. Dig into your delicious creation and enjoy family dinner time!

Notes

For substitutions, if you can’t find sweet chili sauce, you can make a mix of honey and soy sauce. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with diced tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual portions for up to a month.