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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls 

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These bowls feature juicy honey-chipotle marinated chicken, served over rice or greens with fresh toppings like avocado, black beans, and a zesty lime dressing. The perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors!

Ingredients

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For the Honey Chipotle Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of ½ lime

For the Bowl Base:

  • 1 cup cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • ¼ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Lime Dressing (Optional):

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, chipotle peppers, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
    • Coat chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for extra flavor).

  2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
    • Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

  3. Prepare the Bowl Ingredients:

    • Cook rice and warm black beans and corn if needed.
    • Chop tomatoes, onion, and avocado.

  4. Make the Dressing (Optional):

    • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  5. Assemble the Bowls:

    • Divide rice (or greens) into bowls.
    • Top with sliced chicken, black beans, tomatoes, corn, red onion, and avocado.
    • Drizzle with lime dressing and garnish with fresh cilantro.

  6. Serve & Enjoy!

    • Add extra hot sauce or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra flavor!

Notes

  • Make It Spicier: Add more chipotle peppers or a dash of cayenne.
  • Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or greens.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Store ingredients separately and assemble fresh before eating.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/honey-chipotle-chicken-rice-bowls/