Rice & noodles

Water Dropwort Chicken Rice Bowl

Chicken breast and Taiwan water dropwort quick stir-fry over rice—high-protein weeknight bowl.

Total 18 min Skillet Easy 1 servings
Skillet Bento-friendly dishesHigh-protein mealsCooking for one
Water Dropwort Chicken Rice Bowl

Slice chicken thin, cook to about 70% done, then finish with water dropwort over rice.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 8 min · Cook 10 min

  1. Rinse 150 g water dropwort and cut into about 5 cm lengths; drain well. Slice 120 g chicken breast thin against the grain; mince 2 garlic cloves. Spoon 1 bowl cooked rice into a large bowl to keep warm.
  2. In a bowl, add 1 tbsp rice wine to the chicken slices; gently massage and marinate 2 minutes to remove odor and season.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. When hot, lay chicken in a single layer and cook over medium until the surface changes color (about 2 minutes); set aside.
  4. In the same pan with remaining oil, sauté minced garlic over low heat until lightly golden (about 20 seconds).
  5. Add water dropwort over high heat and stir-fry about 1 minute to keep crisp.
  6. Return chicken; add 1 tbsp soy sauce. Over high heat, toss about 1 minute until chicken is fully cooked and coated evenly.
  7. Taste and adjust. Spoon the stir-fry and sauce over the rice and serve.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

  • Do not overcook chicken for tenderness.
  • Rest meat for 2–3 minutes before slicing; when pieces vary in thickness, check the thickest center for doneness.

Eat fresh; refrigerate bento properly.

Substitutions

Chicken thighPork

FAQ

How do I keep the main ingredient from drying out?

Adjust the heat for thickness, rest before slicing, and reheat chilled portions gently after cooling them completely.