Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
Hot Honey Chicken Bowls are the ultimate comfort food, blending tender chicken with a sweet and spicy honey glaze, served over fluffy rice or quinoa and vibrant veggies. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates an impressive presentation perfect for any occasion. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, these bowls are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups colorful vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, hot honey, and brown sugar for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the vegetables until tender (5-7 minutes).
- In another skillet, cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice or quinoa, sliced chicken, and sautéed veggies. Drizzle with additional hot honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added heat, incorporate chili flakes into the marinade. Substitute grains such as couscous or farro based on preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or sauté for crispy texture.