Rice & noodles

Carrot Chicken Rice Bowl

Diced chicken and carrot over rice—a simple, high-protein bento-style bowl.

Total 23 min Skillet Easy 2 servings
Skillet High-protein mealsBento prepLighter meals
Carrot Chicken Rice Bowl

Carrot adds color and sweetness; diced breast stir-fries fast for two lunch boxes.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 8 min · Cook 15 min

  1. Prep: Chicken breast 2pieces, Carrot 1/2, Cooked white rice 2bowls; dice Chicken breast about ½ inch, divide Cooked white rice 2bowls into serving bowls.
  2. Marinate Chicken breast with Soy sauce 1Tbsp, Rice wine or dry sherry 1tsp for 10 minutes; dice Carrot finely.
  3. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir-fry Carrot 2 minutes until slightly tender; Add Chicken breast, sear and stir-fry until opaque and cooked through.
  4. Taste and adjust soy sauce if needed. Pack with rice for bento; cool slightly before closing the lid so rice stays fluffy.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

  • Smaller carrot dice cooks quicker.

Refrigerate up to 2 days; reheat thoroughly.

Substitutions

Chicken thighOnion

Optional add-ins

+King oyster mushroom+Baby corn+Bell pepper

FAQ

Reheat in a rice cooker?

Yes—steam with half a cup water in the outer pot.