Description
These Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that come together for an unforgettable meal. Ideal for busy weeknights, this quick recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish. The star of the dish is the honey chipotle sauce that elevates the chicken, complemented by fresh toppings like avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro for a refreshing crunch. These rice bowls are not only delicious but also nutritious, featuring lean protein and colorful veggies. Perfect for casual dinners or meal prep, everyone will enjoy this flavorful dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Drizzle the honey chipotle sauce over the chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In bowls, layer rice (or cauliflower rice), black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado slices, and cilantro.
- Optionally whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for a dressing.
- Serve by drizzling lime dressing over bowls topped with sliced chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg