Description
Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners. Featuring tender chicken glazed with hot honey, served over a fluffy bed of rice or quinoa, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with comforting goodness. Perfect for busy evenings, it can be customized with your choice of veggies, making it a versatile favorite for family gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup rice or quinoa (uncooked)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables and gathering all items.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix hot honey, soy sauce, and garlic; pour over cooked chicken.
- Add vegetables to the skillet and stir until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes).
- Serve chicken and veggies over rice or quinoa, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg