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Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

Delicious and spicy hot honey chicken bowls are a perfect blend of sweet and savory, topped with fresh vegetables and served over a base of rice. This dish is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a great option for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 rice cooker or saucepan
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 serving bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water
  • ¼ cup hot honey Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • to taste none salt
  • to taste none pepper
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • to taste none fresh cilantro for garnish Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Cook the jasmine rice by combining 1 cup with 2 cups of chicken broth or water in a rice cooker or saucepan. Follow package instructions or bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Prepare the chicken by cutting 1 pound of boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for about 7-10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • Reduce the heat to low and pour in ¼ cup of hot honey, coating the chicken pieces and allowing it to caramelize for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain. Optionally, sauté the bell peppers in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  • Assemble the bowls by placing a scoop of rice at the bottom of each serving bowl and topping with the hot honey chicken, broccoli, bell peppers, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the amount of hot honey according to your spice preference.
You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer a leaner option.
Adding avocado or corn can be a great way to enhance texture and flavor.