Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of these 3 Bento Box Lunches, perfect for busy weekdays! Each bento box features tender grilled chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, and a colorful assortment of crisp vegetables. This meal prep solution not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings joy to lunchtime with its beautiful presentation. Easy to customize with seasonal ingredients, these bento boxes will transform your midday meals into a gourmet experience that satisfies hunger and lifts spirits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups assorted vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, cucumbers)
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Cook rice according to package instructions or reheat leftover rice in the microwave.
- Chop assorted vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil until well blended.
- In each bento box, layer rice as a base, followed by sliced chicken and an artful arrangement of veggies.
- Drizzle sauce generously over each bento box before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bento box (450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg