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Lemongrass Chicken Rice Bowl

A Southeast Asian-inspired fitness meal using lemongrass-marinated chicken, jasmine rice, and a fresh veggie side—scaled for two servings.

Southeast AsianChickenRice BowlHealthyFlavorful
420
Calories
30g
Protein
38g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Prep:10 min
Cook:15 min
Total:25 min
Servings:2

Ingredients

  • - 0.5 pound boneless, skinless chicken thigh, thinly sliced
  • - 1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped (white part only)
  • - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • - 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • - 1 teaspoon honey
  • - 1 clove garlic, minced
  • - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • - 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • - 1 teaspoon cooking oil (coconut or vegetable)
  • - 1 cup cooked jasmine rice (from 1/2 cup uncooked)
  • - 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • - 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • - 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (mint or cilantro)
  • - Optional chili flakes or fresh sliced chili for spice

Instructions

  1. 1.
    In a bowl, mix lemongrass, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, lime juice, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. 2.
    Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and slightly caramelized.
  3. 3.
    Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  4. 4.
    Assemble the bowls: divide rice into two bowls, top with chicken, carrots, cucumber, and herbs.
  5. 5.
    Sprinkle with chili flakes or fresh chilies if desired. Serve warm with extra lime wedges.