Chicken Poke Bowl Recipe
Get ready for some yummy goodness that is also healthy thanks to this delicious Chicken Poke Bowl Recipe that is finished with a delicious sriracha mayo. It’s an easy meal to put together with fresh ingredients such as fresh vegetables, edamame, leafy greens and to tie it all together delicious chicken thighs.
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This poke chicken recipe is inspired by the recipe on Chicken.ca where I go often to get recipe inspiration when I want to cook up some chicken.
I tweaked it to accommodate some flavours that my family and I love and we were not disappointed. I loved how their poke chicken recipe incorporated pears into the marinade for the chicken, I don’t think I would have thought of that but oh my so yummy.
I like using chicken thighs because not only are they so tender but they are an economical cut so if you’re wanting to try alternative cuts or need to be more budget conscious chicken thighs are a great option.
Why you’ll love this chicken poke bowl recipe
I’ve already mentioned that this is a healthier recipe but let me assure you that doesn’t mean it’s not delicious, quite the opposite. While you’ve got fresh ingredients in the vegetables and it’s packed with protein and nutrients this is one tasty recipe. It’s also very easy to make, it’s budget friendly and family friendly and by that I mean that since this chicken poke are made in individual bowls, each person can add their favourite veggies etc.. to have it just the way they like it!
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What are Poke Bowls?
Poke bowls originated in Hawaii and were made mostly with fresh fish. This poke bowl with chicken is a delicious alternative for those who don’t want seafood. Poke when referring to these delicious poke bowls is actually pronounced POH-keh. Just a little fun fact for you.
What do you put in chicken poke bowls?
One of the many reasons we’ve become enamored with the poke bowl is its versatility. We put rice in the bottom of ours and then topped with our veggies of matchstick carrots, cucumbers, steamed edamame, arugula, spinach and of course the marinated cooked chicken thighs. We then topped it with sriracha mayo for some spiciness and sesame seeds.
You can use whatever vegetables you like, micro greens you bet, lettuce, sure. I have seen poke bowls with avocado and a wide range of veggies so go with what you like. You can have with or without rice or have with quinoa and the list goes on. Remember I said I love the versatility of poke bowls and this is one of the reasons why.
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Can I make my poke bowl spicier?
You bet you can. You can add more sriracha mayo or if you really want to kick it up several spicy notches then you can toss in chopped chili peppers or jalapeños and you get the idea.
Use quality chicken
If you’ve been following Powered by Mom for a while then you’ve seen me say this before, I only buy chicken with the Raised by a Canadian farmer logo like the one below. I know when I buy chicken with that logo that it’s top quality, no hormones, ethical treatment of the chickens and the majority of the farms are small family-owned farms.
We believe in high ethical standards for raising the chickens and this logo means they have stringent care standards. We know we are getting quality chicken and the majority of these Canadian farms are family owned. My hubby are both self employed so supporting local and family owned businesses is important to us.
Can you make poke bowls ahead of time?
If you want to make your Are you planning on making one of these bowls to take for work the next day? Perfect! These chicken poke bowls will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They’re perfect for meal prep! There’s really nothing better than knowing you have a deliciously, healthy, and filling meal to look forward to at work.
Recipe Variations for a poke bowl with chicken
- You can grill or air fry the chicken instead of cooking on the stovetop.
- Try adding teriyaki (or other sauces)
- Steam your rice on the stove, in a rice cooker, or even a pressure cooker.
- Use sushi rice instead of regular rice
- Try any of your favourite vegetables
What do you think, are you ready to make a poke bowl with chicken? What vegetables would you add to your poke bowl? If you try this recipe let us know how you liked it and what variations you loved or hated. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Are you ready to make your own chicken poke bowl? Here’s the recipe!
Chicken Poke Bowl Recipe
This delicious and healthy Chicken Poke Bowl Recipe is full of flavour, is easy to make and is finished with a yummy sriracha mayo.
Ingredients
- ½ pear, peeled and grated (we used a green pear)
- ¼ cup soy sauce (approx.)
- 2 tbsp (30ml) rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15ml) garlic chili paste
- 2 tsp (10ml) sesame oil
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4 lb/600 g), cubed
- 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
- 4 cups (950ml) cooked white rice
- 10 ounces frozen steamable edamame
- 2 cups (500ml) matchstick carrot sticks
- 1 cup (250ml)leafy greens of choice. See notes for ideas micro greens or arugula and spinach
- ½ cup (125ml) diced cucumber
Sriracha mayo to taste
- Sriracha to taste
- ¼ cup (63ml) of mayo
- Sesame Seeds to taste
Instructions
- In large bowl, whisk together pear, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, chili paste and sesame oil. Add chicken and toss to coat; let stand for 15 minutes.
- Steam rice on stove, in a rice cooker, or pressure cooker.
- Heat oil in large non-stick skillet set over medium-high heat; cook chicken, stirring often, for about 10 minutes or until cooked through and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- Mix mayo and Sriracha in a small bowl. Top with sesame seeds to taste.
- Divide the rice amongst four bowls, the rice will be base layer and should cover the bottom of the bowl; divide edamame, carrots, cucumbers & leafy greens* into the bowls.
- Top with chicken, drizzle sriracha mayo. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy!
Notes
*We used arugula and baby spinach for our leafy greens but micro greens are amazing or as mentioned you can use your favourite lettuce as well.
Pro Tips:
- Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 ºF or 75°C.
- Cook chicken pieces evenly on all sides.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3-days in the refrigerator.
- Make with you favourite choices of protein, grain, and veggies.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Amount Per Serving: Calories: 605Total Fat: 23ggSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 410mgCarbohydrates: 42gSugar: 7gProtein: 36g
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