Description
This Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a flavorful and vibrant meal combining tender seared chicken breasts glazed in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, served over rice or quinoa with crisp sautéed mixed vegetables. Perfect for a balanced weeknight dinner packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Accompaniments
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and chop the mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and ensure a good sear.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until a golden brown crust forms and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C).
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the hot honey, low-sodium soy sauce, and fresh lime juice to create a tangy and spicy glaze.
- Add Sauce and Vegetables: Pour the hot honey sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Add the chopped mixed vegetables and toss everything together, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp.
- Serve: Plate the cooked rice or quinoa, top with the glazed hot honey chicken and sautéed vegetables, and drizzle any remaining sauce from the pan on top for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely without drying out.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on seasonality or preference, such as zucchini or snap peas.
- Adjust the hot honey quantity if you prefer a milder or spicier glaze.
- Quinoa is a great gluten-free alternative to rice if desired.
