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Hot Honey Chicken Bowl

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The Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a bold and flavorful dish featuring spicy-sweet glazed chicken served over rice or grains with fresh vegetables and vibrant toppings. It’s quick, satisfying, and ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • For the chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for crispiness)
  • For the hot honey sauce:
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., sriracha or Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • For the bowl base and toppings:
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, or quinoa
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/3 cup pickled red onions
  • Fresh cilantro or green onions, chopped
  • Lime wedges and sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cornstarch if using.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, vinegar or lemon juice, butter, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium-low, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
  4. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat.
  5. Assemble bowls by layering rice or grains as the base, then topping with glazed chicken, cucumbers, carrots, avocado, and pickled onions.
  6. Garnish with cilantro or green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or tempeh for a protein variation.
  • Use cauliflower rice or greens for a low-carb base.
  • Add roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms, or edamame for extra flavor and texture.
  • Top with Greek yogurt or ranch to balance heat.
  • Add fruit like mango or pineapple for a sweet twist.

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