Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring tender marinated chicken served over fluffy rice and vibrant veggies, this dish transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience. With customization options galore, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table while being easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup rice (white jasmine or brown)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix garlic, chipotle peppers, honey, soy sauce, and lime juice to create the marinade.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill or skillet on medium-high heat; cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Simmer remaining marinade in a saucepan for about five minutes until thickened.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Serve rice in bowls topped with sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with sauce; add fresh toppings as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a vegetarian or seafood option. - Add toppings like avocado, black beans, or corn for extra nutrition.