Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are a delicious fusion of smoky sweetness and spicy heat, making them a perfect choice for any dinner occasion. This dish features marinated chicken resting atop fluffy jasmine rice, accompanied by fresh toppings like creamy avocado and vibrant cilantro. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these bowls promise to impress your family or guests while delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix brown sugar, chipotle peppers, minced garlic, and lime juice. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Rice: Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- 3. Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- 4. Slice & Serve: Allow chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing.
- 5. Assemble Bowls: Start with jasmine rice, add sliced chicken, top with diced avocado and cilantro.
- 6. Drizzle Sauce: Pour any remaining marinade over the assembled bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu or adding seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra flavor.