Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
Savor the fusion of sweet and spicy with these Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls. Juicy chicken marinated in a rich honey chipotle sauce sits atop fluffy rice, complemented by colorful bell peppers. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile – perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious meal that delights the senses.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups white or brown rice, uncooked
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, chopped chipotle peppers, and soy sauce. Marinate chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Cook rice according to package instructions; rinse under cold water for fluffiness.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove chicken and sauté bell peppers in the same skillet for about 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Slice chicken and assemble bowls by layering rice, sautéed bell peppers, and sliced chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg