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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Indulge in the flavors of Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls, a vibrant dish that brings together smoky, sweet, and tangy elements in a quick and satisfying meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe features succulent chicken bathed in a spicy honey chipotle sauce, paired with fresh veggies and rice for a well-rounded experience. Topped with a zesty lime dressing and fresh cilantro, these bowls are customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy this wholesome meal for lunch or dinner, making it perfect for meal prep throughout the week.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • Cooked white or brown rice
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (for dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey (for dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Drizzle the honey chipotle sauce over the cooked chicken and let it rest before slicing into strips.
  4. In bowls, assemble rice as the base followed by black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, avocado slices, and cilantro.
  5. For optional lime dressing, whisk olive oil with lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper before drizzling over the assembled bowls.
  6. Top with sliced chicken just before serving.
  • Author: Dahlia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Feel free to marinate the chicken in the sauce for deeper flavor. To reduce carbs, substitute rice with cauliflower rice. Customize toppings based on what's available—try adding bell peppers or zucchini for extra color.