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Hot Honey Chicken Bowls Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Hot Honey Chicken Bowls Recipe

I made these hot honey chicken bowls for dinner last night, and wow, they were an absolute hit! The balance of sweet and spicy flavors from the hot honey sauce was spot on, and the mix of fresh vegetables, rice, and juicy chicken created a hearty yet healthy meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Calories: 523
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 1¼ pounds boneless chicken breasts halved
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 2-3 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne optional
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • For the Bowls
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced
  • 1 medium summer squash sliced
  • 1½ cups shredded carrots
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • ½ medium lime
  • Optional drizzle of healthy ranch dressing

Method
 

  1. Start by mixing honey, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional spices like cayenne and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Adjust the spice level to your liking, and set some sauce aside for drizzling at the end.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the halved chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Pour a portion of the hot honey sauce over the chicken, letting it caramelize slightly. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Using the same skillet, lower the heat slightly and toss in the sliced zucchini and summer squash. Sauté them for a couple of minutes until they begin to soften. Add in the shredded carrots for a quick toss to ensure everything is coated in the chicken juices.
  4. Start with a bed of rice or quinoa in a bowl. Arrange the sautéed vegetables on top, followed by the sliced chicken. Drizzle the reserved hot honey sauce over the entire bowl, then add fresh avocado slices and a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing finish.
  5. Top the bowls with a drizzle of ranch dressing or creamy avocado lime sauce for extra creaminess. Sprinkle some fresh herbs, like cilantro or parsley, to add a pop of color and a hint of freshness.