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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl: A Flavor Explosion Awaits!

A delicious and spicy Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl that combines tender chicken thighs with a sweet and smoky sauce, served over a bed of rice and topped with fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, soy sauce, and lime juice. Set aside half of the sauce for drizzling later.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
  4. Pour the honey chipotle sauce over the chicken in the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  6. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken, corn, black beans, diced avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
  7. Drizzle the reserved honey chipotle sauce over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more chipotle peppers or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • Substitute quinoa or brown rice for a healthier grain option, or use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.

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