Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls
Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls are a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for any meal occasion. This easy-to-make recipe features marinated chicken served over fluffy rice, topped with fresh ingredients that enhance the dish’s vibrant taste. With its nutritious components and customizable toppings, this recipe is not only satisfying but also an excellent choice for meal prep. Enjoy these bowls for a cozy family dinner or as a quick lunch option throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the rice in a medium pot with water until fluffy.
- Whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, lime zest, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the marinade for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add corn and black beans to the skillet; heat until warmed.
- Slice the chicken and assemble the bowls by layering rice, chicken, corn-bean mixture, and diced avocado.
- Drizzle remaining marinade on top and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg