Description
Hot Honey Chicken Bowls are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors that create a satisfying meal in under 40 minutes. This dish features tender chicken coated in a hot honey sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables and served over rice or quinoa. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or preparing healthy lunches for the week, these customizable bowls cater to all preferences. With their hearty ingredients and colorful presentation, you’ll impress your family or guests while enjoying a nutritious meal packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise (about 2 medium)
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2–3 tablespoons sriracha (or any hot sauce)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 medium summer squash, sliced
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice (or quinoa)
- ½ medium lime (optional, for topping)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired thickness)
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken breasts for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the hot honey sauce.
- Remove chicken from skillet; sauté zucchini and summer squash for 1-2 minutes in the same skillet.
- Layer shredded carrots over sautéed veggies, place seared chicken on top, and coat with remaining hot honey sauce.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Optional: Broil on high for an additional 3-5 minutes for caramelization.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before cubing and assembling bowls with rice/quinoa, veggies, and avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg