Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Hot Honey Chicken Bowls, a perfect fusion of sweet and spicy that brings excitement to any meal. This dish can be prepared in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or nutritious meal prep. The tender chicken, coated in a zesty hot honey sauce, pairs beautifully with colorful sautéed vegetables and your choice of rice or quinoa. Customize it with extra veggies or toppings to suit your family’s preferences. Enjoy a comforting bowl that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein to keep you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2–3 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 medium summer squash
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- Optional: Avocado, lime, and ranch drizzle ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional spices; set aside some sauce for later.
- Sauté zucchini and summer squash in the skillet for about 2 minutes until slightly tender.
- Layer shredded carrots on top of vegetables; place seared chicken over veggies and coat with hot honey sauce.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through; stir veggies halfway through.
- Optionally broil for extra caramelization.
- Let chicken rest before cubing; toss with reserved sauce.
- Assemble bowls with rice/quinoa base topped with veggies and chicken; finish with avocado slices and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 85mg