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Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Chicken Bowls for Quick Dinners

Enjoy a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors with these Hot Honey Chicken Bowls, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts can substitute with thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust for spice preference
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt sea salt or kosher
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper black or white
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Zucchini or bell peppers/broccoli
  • 1 cup Summer squash or seasonal vegetables
  • 1 cup Shredded carrots fresh or frozen
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked rice or quinoa; brown rice for fiber
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Milk any plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder or fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dill fresh herbs as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly chopped parsley or chives/cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce for vegan
For Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado omit if desired
  • 1 unit Lime for zest; lemon as alternative

Equipment

  • Large cast iron skillet
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a skillet; sear chicken for 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Whisk together honey, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne, and crushed red pepper for the sauce.
  4. Sauté zucchini in the skillet for 1-2 minutes until tender.
  5. Layer shredded carrots and add chicken on top, drizzling with sauce.
  6. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for caramelization.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes, then cube chicken and toss with remaining sauce.
  9. Serve with rice or quinoa as base, topped with chicken and vegetables.
  10. Enjoy your Hot Honey Chicken Bowls!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your bowls with different vegetables and spice levels to suit your taste. Ideal for meal prep and quick dinners.

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