Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

Description:

These Hot Honey Chicken Bowls are the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory! Crispy, juicy chicken is coated in a sticky hot honey glaze, served over a bed of fluffy rice with fresh veggies for a delicious and satisfying meal. This easy-to-make dish is packed with bold flavors and can be customized with your favorite toppings!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
60g (½ cup) cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Hot Honey Sauce:

120ml (½ cup) honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon butter

For the Bowls:

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup chopped green onions
Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

In a bowl, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until fully coated.
Heat olive oil or butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown. Remove from heat.

Step 2: Make the Hot Honey Sauce

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and butter.
Stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened (2-3 minutes).

Step 3: Coat the Chicken

Pour the hot honey sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4: Assemble the Bowls

Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls.
Top with hot honey chicken, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and green onions.
Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
Drizzle extra hot honey sauce on top and enjoy!

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 480 kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Sugar: 28g
Fiber: 5g
Sodium: 420mg

Tips for the Best Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

✔ Crispy Chicken: For extra crispiness, bake or air-fry the coated chicken before tossing it in the sauce.
✔ Customize the Spice Level: Adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
✔ Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
✔ Meal Prep Friendly: Store the chicken and toppings separately for easy reheating throughout the week!