Description
Hot Honey Chicken and Rice Bowls are a deliciously satisfying meal that combines tender chicken, colorful veggies, and a sweet-spicy honey sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish is ready in under 40 minutes. With its customizable flavors and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to become a family favorite. The one-pan preparation means fewer dishes to wash, making it as convenient as it is tasty. Enjoy these bowls topped with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh avocado for an extra flavor boost!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2–3 Tablespoons sriracha
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 medium summer squash
- 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 medium avocado
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne, and crushed red pepper. Reserve some sauce for serving.
- Remove chicken and sauté zucchini and summer squash in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes.
- Layer shredded carrots on top of the veggies, place chicken back on top, and brush with hot honey sauce.
- Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Broil on high for an additional 3-5 minutes for caramelization.
- Let rest before slicing into cubes and toss with remaining sauce.
- Serve over cooked rice or quinoa with sliced avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of sriracha used. Swap out vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preference. For meal prep, double the recipe and store leftovers in airtight containers.