Honey sesame chicken bowls: the healthy high-protein dinner your whole family will love
Looking for a healthy chicken bowl recipe that is packed with protein, full of flavour and easy enough for a busy weeknight?
These honey sesame chicken bowls are one of those rare recipes that ticks every box. They are family-friendly, loaded with vegetables, high in protein and incredibly satisfying while still feeling like a takeaway treat.
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If you are searching for healthy dinner ideas, high-protein meals for weight loss or easy meal prep recipes, this recipe deserves a spot on your weekly menu and it is directly from the Zing Wellbeing app.
With tender chicken breast, colourful vegetables, fluffy rice and a delicious honey sesame sauce, this balanced meal provides the perfect combination of protein, fibre and nutrients to help support energy levels, muscle health and overall wellbeing.
Why these honey sesame chicken bowls are so popular
Many takeaway-style meals are loaded with hidden fats, excess sugars and refined ingredients that can leave you feeling sluggish and hungry again shortly afterwards.
This healthier version delivers all the flavour you love while providing quality protein, vegetables and nourishing ingredients your body will thank you for.
Each serving contains:
• 43g protein
• 580 calories
• 5g fibre
• A variety of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
The result is a satisfying meal that supports fullness, muscle recovery and healthy eating goals without sacrificing taste.
Are chicken bowls healthy?
Chicken bowls can be one of the healthiest dinner options when they contain lean protein, vegetables and balanced carbohydrates.
This recipe combines:
- Lean chicken breast for protein and satiety
- Broccoli and snow peas for fibre and gut health support
- Carrots for vitamin A and antioxidants
- Jasmine rice for sustained energy
- Ginger and sesame for flavour and digestive support
Together, these ingredients create a balanced meal that can support healthy weight management while helping you stay satisfied for longer.
How protein helps support healthy weight loss
One of the biggest challenges women face when trying to lose weight is staying full between meals.
Protein helps by:
- Supporting muscle maintenance
- Increasing feelings of fullness
- Helping reduce cravings
- Supporting recovery after exercise
- Helping maintain metabolic health
At 43g of protein per serve, these honey sesame chicken bowls provide significantly more protein than many traditional takeaway meals.
Can this recipe support gut health?
Gut health isn't just about taking supplements. The foods you eat every day play a huge role in supporting your digestive system.
This recipe contains several ingredients that may help support a healthy gut:
Broccoli
Broccoli provides fibre and plant compounds that support digestive health and feed beneficial gut bacteria.
Snow peas
Snow peas contain fibre and antioxidants that help support overall digestive wellbeing.
Carrots
Carrots provide prebiotic fibres which may help nourish beneficial bacteria in the gut.
Ginger
Ginger has traditionally been used to support digestion and may help reduce digestive discomfort in some people.
Adding more vegetables and fibre-rich foods like those found in this recipe is one of the simplest ways to support long-term gut health.
Honey sesame chicken bowls recipe
Serves 4
Ingredients
Chicken
- 650g chicken breast, cubed
- 1½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ⅓ cup corn flour
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Rice
- 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked
Vegetables
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 100g snow peas
- 100g broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 spring onion, chopped
Method
- Place chicken in a bowl with garlic powder, corn flour, salt and pepper. Toss well to coat.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes.
- Turn chicken and cook for a further 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- In a bowl, combine all sauce ingredients and mix well. Reserve approximately ¼ cup of sauce.
- Add chicken back into the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Add avocado oil to the skillet and cook broccoli and snow peas for 7-10 minutes.
- Add carrot and 1 tablespoon of the reserved sauce. Cook for a further 3-5 minutes.
- Divide rice between bowls. Top with vegetables and chicken.
- Garnish with spring onion and drizzle with remaining sauce before serving.
Nutrition information per serve
Calories: 580
Protein: 43g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fat: 20g
Fibre: 5g
Health benefits of this recipe
High-quality protein
Chicken breast provides complete protein to support muscle maintenance, recovery and satiety. It is also rich in niacin, vitamin B6 and selenium.
Heart-healthy fats
Avocado oil contains monounsaturated fats that support cardiovascular health and provide a stable cooking oil for higher temperatures.
Antioxidant-rich vegetables
Broccoli, carrots and snow peas provide antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that help support immune health and overall wellbeing.
Digestive support
The combination of vegetables, fibre and ginger may help support healthy digestion and gut health.
Sustained energy
Rice provides carbohydrates that fuel both physical activity and daily energy needs, making this a balanced meal suitable for active women and families.
Looking for more healthy high-protein recipes?
This honey sesame chicken bowl is just one of more than 1,500 recipes available inside the Zing Wellbeing app.
Members get access to:
- High-protein meal plans
- Gut health meal plans
- Menopause meal plans
- Anti-inflammatory recipes
- Family-friendly dinners
- Healthy meal prep ideas
- Weight loss meal plans
- Weekly coaching and support
If you're looking for healthy recipes that actually taste good and support your health goals, the Zing Wellbeing app has everything you need in one place.
If you're tired of boring healthy meals and want something that feels like a treat while still supporting your health goals, these honey sesame chicken bowls are the perfect solution.
They're packed with protein, loaded with vegetables, simple to prepare and ideal for busy families looking for healthier dinner options.
Once you make them, don't be surprised if they become a regular feature on your weekly meal plan.
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