Name: Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: 500g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; 120ml honey; 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cups cooked jasmine rice; 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage; 1 cucumber, sliced; 1 avocado, sliced; Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Description

Hot Honey Chicken Bowls bring a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors to your dinner table. This versatile dish features tender chicken coated in a zesty hot honey sauce, accompanied by fresh veggies and rice, making it an ideal option for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With easy preparation steps and customizable ingredients, you can create a unique bowl each time that suits your taste preferences. Enjoy a healthy meal packed with protein and vibrant colors that not only satisfies but also delights!

Ingredients

Scale

500g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
120ml honey
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
1 cucumber, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Season chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
In a small saucepan, mix honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and optional lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and let thicken for 2-3 minutes.
Toss the cooked chicken in the hot honey sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes until well-coated.
Serve over cooked jasmine rice topped with shredded lettuce or cabbage, cucumber slices, and avocado.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet cooking
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
Calories: 520
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 66g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Adjust the level of sriracha to control spiciness. Customize with toppings like pickled jalapeños or crumbled feta for added flavor.