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Hot Honey Chicken Bowl Recipe

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Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a sweet, spicy, and satisfying meal featuring crispy chicken glazed in a sticky hot honey sauce served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep with plenty of bold flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for extra crispiness)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Toss the chicken with cornstarch if using for a crispier coating.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a small saucepan, whisk together the honey, hot sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, butter, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
  6. Toss the cooked chicken in the hot honey sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls.
  8. Arrange the broccoli, carrots, cucumber, and avocado around the rice.
  9. Top each bowl with the hot honey chicken.
  10. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs provide extra juicy results.
  • Air fry the seasoned chicken at 400°F for 10–12 minutes as an alternative to skillet cooking.
  • Adjust the hot sauce and red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
  • Store chicken, rice, and vegetables separately for easy meal prep.
  • Serve with egg rolls, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/hot-honey-chicken-bowl-recipe/