Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory with this Hot Honey Chicken Bowl. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a tantalizing hot honey sauce, then served over fragrant jasmine rice and vibrant sautéed bell peppers. This dish not only captivates the senses but also offers an easy solution for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Your taste buds will dance with delight as you enjoy every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced (red, yellow, green)
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop bell peppers into strips and slice green onions.
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix hot honey, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Add chicken breasts and coat well; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place marinated chicken in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Sauté vegetables: Remove chicken from the skillet; add sliced bell peppers and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Assemble the bowls: Start with a base of jasmine rice, top with sliced chicken and sautéed vegetables.
- Garnish & serve: Finish with chopped green onions and drizzle with extra hot honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of hot honey based on personal preference. Substitute leftover grilled or roasted chicken to save time. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu marinated in hot honey mixture.