Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl with Ginger Jalapeño Sauce
This Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl with Ginger Jalapeño Sauce provides 48g protein and 1,038 calories per serving in one balanced meal. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, fitting easily into a weekday lunch rotation. Structure your carb and protein timing around training without sacrificing prep efficiency.
Ingredients
- •Honey(30g)
- •1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Orange Zest(15g)
- •Orange Juice, Fresh(120g)
- •Vegetable oil(160g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(1361g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Garlic
- •Cucumber(480g)
- •Mango(360g)
- •Coconut Rice(960g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh
- •Vegetable oil(80g)
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Garlic
- •Ginger, Fresh Root
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sugar, Granulated White(4g)
- •¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, orange zest, orange juice, and vegetable oil until combined. Transfer half of this marinade to a small bowl and set aside. Add the chicken and minced garlic to the remaining marinade in the large bowl, turning to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- 2Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid crowding, add the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer and the exterior is golden brown. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board.
- 3Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then cut into ½-inch-thick slices. Pour ¼ cup of the reserved marinade over the sliced chicken and toss to coat.
- 4While the chicken cooks, make the ginger jalapeño sauce by combining the vegetable oil, jalapeño pepper, garlic, fresh ginger, green onions, sugar, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- 5In a small bowl, combine the diced cucumber, diced mango, the remaining ¼ cup of reserved marinade, and orange juice to taste, stirring gently until combined.
- 6Divide the coconut rice evenly into 6 airtight containers while hot. Top each with the sliced chicken and cucumber-mango salad.
- 7Drizzle each bowl with the ginger jalapeño sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- 8Seal containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
1038
calories
48g
protein
65g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 71g
- Saturated fat
- 9.9g
- Sodium
- 304 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.7g
6 servings per batch · ~595g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl with Ginger Jalapeño Sauce have per serving?
Each serving contains 48g of protein and 1038 calories with 65g fat and 71g carbs. This is a complete, calorie-dense bowl combining protein and carbohydrates in one dish.
How long does Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl with Ginger Jalapeño Sauce take to prep?
This recipe features quick prep time and yields 6 servings from a single batch on the stovetop. One cooking session produces six ready-to-eat meals.
Is Citrus Chicken Rice Bowl with Ginger Jalapeño Sauce good for muscle gain?
At 48g protein, 71g carbs, and 1038 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with substantial calories and carbohydrates for training fuel. The balanced macronutrient profile works well for post-workout meals when both protein synthesis and glycogen replenishment are targets.
