Description
The Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl is a bold and colorful meal featuring smoky grilled chicken glazed in a sweet-spicy chipotle sauce, served over rice with fresh vegetables and vibrant toppings.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a blender or bowl, combine chipotle peppers, honey, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-cook the chicken over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- In a skillet, sauté bell peppers and pineapple until lightly caramelized.
- Assemble bowls starting with a bed of rice, then add sliced chicken, sautéed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and jalapeño slices.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
- Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb base.
- Add black beans or corn for extra fiber and protein.
- Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for variety.
- Top with sour cream or lime crema for added creaminess.
- Store ingredients separately to preserve texture when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg