Ground chicken with herbs, lime, and toasted rice
Thai Larb-Inspired Chicken Bowls
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
12 min
Total Time
27 min
Servings
4
4 bowls
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Thai Larb-Inspired Chicken Bowls
Ground chicken with herbs, lime, and toasted rice
A fast herb-heavy chicken bowl inspired by larb, built for easy weeknight cooking rather than strict traditional technique.
15m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
27m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Larb-style flavors are useful because they make ground chicken taste bright and layered instead of merely lean.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp toasted rice powder or crushed rice crackers
- Mint and cilantro
- Rice for serving
Instructions
- 1
Cook the chicken with the shallots until fully done.
- 2
Season with fish sauce and chili flakes.
- 3
Take the pan off the heat and stir in the lime juice, toasted rice, and herbs.
- 4
Serve over rice.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice
Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi
Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Fish Sauce
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the fish sauce matters
This dish leans on fish sauce for a lot of its savory depth, so the bottle you use has more impact than most pantry upgrades.
This is one of the few ingredients here that noticeably changes the final dish.
- Builds the backbone of the sauce
- Useful well beyond this recipe
A better bottle makes a real difference here and pays off across Vietnamese and Thai cooking.
Shop fish sauce for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
A side of cucumbers balances the heat.
Do not overcook the herbs in the hot pan.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Reheating
Reheat gently on the stovetop, in the oven, or in the microwave until hot.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 bowl) · 4 servings
Calories330
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein27g
Carbohydrates19g
Fat14g
Fiber1g
Sugar3g
Sodium650mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make this ahead?
- Yes. The components or finished dish hold well if properly chilled and stored.
- Can I adjust the seasoning?
- Yes. Taste near the end and adjust salt, acid, or heat so it suits the way you like to cook and eat.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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