Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls, a delightful dish that marries sweet and smoky notes with fresh ingredients. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prepping for the week, these bowls feature marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served over a base of fluffy rice or greens. Each bowl is customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings like black beans, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado. Not only are they delicious, but they also provide a nutritious balance of protein, fiber, and fresh veggies. Discover how easy it is to whip up this flavorful meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- ½ cup black beans
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup corn
- 1 small avocado
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare bowls: While cooking the chicken, cook your rice according to package instructions and chop your veggies.
- Assemble: Divide rice into bowls and top with sliced chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Feel free to substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Customize toppings based on seasonal ingredients or personal preferences.