Hot Honey Chicken Bowl Recipe – Sweet & Spicy Dinner with Rice and Veggies Recipe
This Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a deliciously sweet and spicy meal featuring tender chicken glazed with a fiery honey sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa with vibrant steamed vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it balances flavor and nutrition with fresh produce and a hint of heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
Hot Honey Glaze
- ¼ cup honey
- 1–2 tsp chili flakes or sriracha
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional for balance)
Grain Base
- 1 cup uncooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
Toppings
- Sliced avocado
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly coat the chicken pieces with this marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing it into pieces.
- Make Hot Honey Glaze: In a small saucepan, warm the honey over low heat. Stir in chili flakes or sriracha and the optional apple cider vinegar. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Grain Base: Cook your choice of rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the grains with a fork and set aside.
- Cook Veggies: Steam or roast the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and chopped bell peppers until they are tender but still crisp, retaining their vibrant color and nutrients.
- Assemble Bowls: In serving bowls, start with a base of the cooked grains, layer the steamed or roasted vegetables, and top with the sliced chicken. Drizzle the hot honey glaze over everything. Garnish with sliced avocado, sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and lime wedges for added freshness and flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes or sriracha to suit your preferred heat level.
- Using chicken thighs will result in juicier meat compared to chicken breasts.
- Cauliflower rice offers a low-carb, gluten-free option for the grain base.
- For added crunch, consider toasting the sesame seeds before sprinkling them on top.
- If you prefer a milder glaze, reduce the honey slightly or omit the chili entirely.
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