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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are vibrant and bold, featuring sweet and smoky glazed chicken over rice with customizable toppings like black beans, avocado, and fresh veggies. It’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to make and full of flavor.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro lime)
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 avocado or 1/2 cup guacamole
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix chipotle peppers, honey, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat chicken in the marinade and let rest for 20 minutes or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through. Let rest, then slice thinly.
  4. Prepare rice and toppings while chicken cooks.
  5. Assemble bowls starting with rice, then layer sliced chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and cilantro.
  6. Top with sour cream or Greek yogurt and a squeeze of lime, if desired.

Notes

  • Use cauliflower rice or quinoa for a low-carb version.
  • Rotisserie chicken tossed in sauce makes a quick shortcut.
  • Add tortilla strips or lettuce for crunch.
  • Make burritos or wraps with the same ingredients.
  • Store components separately for easy meal prep and reheating.

Nutrition

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