Description
A delicious balance of sweet and spicy, these Hot Honey Chicken Bowls feature crispy or grilled chicken tossed in a homemade hot honey sauce, served over rice or greens with fresh veggies and flavorful toppings. A quick, customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (sriracha or Frank’s RedHot)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Bowl Components:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- ½ cup sliced red onions
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken
- In a bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat.
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Make the Hot Honey Sauce
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, butter, and apple cider vinegar.
- Stir until butter melts and ingredients are well combined. Remove from heat.
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Assemble the Bowls
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
- Top with cooked chicken and drizzle the hot honey sauce over it.
- Arrange shredded carrots, cucumbers, red onions, and avocado around the bowl.
- Sprinkle with feta or goat cheese (if using) and fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Serve with lime wedges for added flavor.
Notes
- Grilled Chicken: Grill instead of pan-frying for a smoky touch.
- Vegetarian: Swap chicken for crispy tofu or chickpeas.
- Grains: Substitute rice with quinoa, farro, or cauliflower rice.
- Extra Crunch: Add roasted nuts or crispy tortilla strips.
- Low-Carb: Use cauliflower rice and swap honey for a keto-friendly sweetener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Bowl Meal
- Method: Pan-fry or Grill
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Keywords: hot honey chicken, spicy chicken bowl, easy meal prep, healthy dinner recipe, gluten-free chicken bowl