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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
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Indulge in the savory delight of Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls, a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that will elevate your dinner experience. This dish features juicy chicken coated in a spicy honey chipotle sauce, served over a colorful base of rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and creamy avocado. Finished with a zesty lime dressing and fresh cilantro, these bowls are not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also packed with nutrients. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, they can be easily customized according to your taste preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 cup cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (for dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey (for dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  3. Drizzle the honey chipotle sauce over the chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Assemble each bowl by adding rice as the base, then top with black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion slices, avocado slices, and cilantro.
  5. For optional lime dressing: whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the assembled bowls and place sliced chicken on top to serve.

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