Power Plate Perfection: Your Go-To Healthy Chicken and Rice Bowl

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water/broth, and ½ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.
2. 2

   While rice cooks, pat chicken breasts dry. Slice horizontally into thinner cutlets or cube. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season chicken generously.
3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken for 4-6 minutes per side (cutlets) or 6-8 minutes total (cubes) until cooked through (165°F/74°C). Remove and let rest briefly before slicing if desired.
4. 4

   Steam broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Toss with lemon juice if using.
5. 5

   Peel and thinly slice the cucumber.
6. 6

   For the dressing, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey/maple syrup, and red pepper flakes (if using).
7. 7

   Assemble bowls: Divide rice, chicken, broccoli, and cucumber among four bowls. Drizzle with dressing. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.