Crisp Lettuce and Chicken Breast Rice Bowl: A Fresh and Healthy Meal
Crisp Lettuce and Chicken Breast Rice Bowl: The Perfect Vegetarian or Diet-Friendly One-Bowl Meal (ft. Pre-seasoned Chicken Breast)
An easy and delicious rice bowl recipe using pre-seasoned chicken breast, perfect for busy days. The combination of fresh vegetables and moist chicken breast makes it satisfying yet light, making it an excellent choice for vegetarian or diet-focused meals.
Main Ingredients- Crisp lettuce (Cheong sangchu): Fresh leafy greens that add a satisfying crunch to the rice bowl.
- Onion: Thinly sliced to remove harshness and bring out sweetness.
- Tomato: Cherry tomatoes or ripe tomatoes for a burst of freshness.
- Olive oil: Adds a fresh aroma and lightly coats the ingredients.
- Salt: For basic seasoning.
- Plum extract (Maesil-ek): Adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the salad.
- Pickled radish soy sauce (Jangajji ganjang): A secret sauce for umami and deep flavor. (If unavailable, regular soy sauce or seasoned soy sauce can be used as a substitute)
- Lemon juice: Adds brightness and enhances the flavors of the ingredients.
- Seasoned chicken breast: Pre-packaged, pre-seasoned chicken breast for quick and easy preparation.
- Rice (Cooked, cooled): Using cooled rice rather than freshly cooked rice helps prevent the rice bowl from becoming soggy.
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash the fresh crisp lettuce and pat it completely dry. Then, cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3 cm). Dice the tomatoes into small cubes to add color and texture to the salad.
Step 2
Peel the onion and slice it thinly. Soak the sliced onion in cold water for about 5 minutes. This process removes the pungent smell and flavor of the onion while keeping it crisp, allowing it to blend well with the salad.
Step 3
Remove the packaging from the pre-seasoned chicken breast and microwave it according to the package instructions. Once heated, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. This ensures the chicken is tender and not dry.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine the prepared crisp lettuce, drained onion, and diced tomatoes. Add olive oil, salt, and plum extract for a touch of sweetness.
Step 5
Add the pickled radish soy sauce to the salad for a deep umami flavor. If you don’t have pickled radish soy sauce, you can use regular soy sauce or seasoned soy sauce. Finally, add the lemon juice for brightness and gently toss all the ingredients together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the vegetables mushy.
Step 6
Gently warm the cooled rice in the microwave until it’s no longer cold, but not hot. Overheating the rice can cause the salad to wilt quickly, so be mindful of the temperature. Place the slightly warmed rice into a serving bowl.
Step 7
Generously top the rice in the bowl with the freshly tossed crisp lettuce salad. Arrange the cut seasoned chicken breast on top. Your delicious Crisp Lettuce and Chicken Breast Rice Bowl is now ready to be enjoyed!
