Description
Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls deliver a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish features marinated chicken paired with fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With vibrant colors and irresistible aromas, these bowls are sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, honey, chipotle peppers, and lime juice.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken to marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Cook the Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Assemble Bowls: Fluff rice with a fork and divide among serving bowls. Top with honey chipotle chicken and garnish with cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg