Description
These Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are bursting with bold, smoky-sweet flavor and loaded with colorful, wholesome toppings like black beans, corn, and creamy avocado. Perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, this bowl is hearty, healthy, and totally customizable!
Ingredients
For the Honey Chipotle Chicken:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Juice of 1/2 lime
For the Bowl Base:
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1 cup cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
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1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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1/4 small red onion, finely diced
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1 small avocado, sliced
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional Lime Dressing:
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon honey
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear the marinated chicken over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Remove and slice into strips.
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Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice evenly between serving bowls. Top with black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado, and sliced chipotle chicken.
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Add the Dressing (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk together lime dressing ingredients. Drizzle over the bowls.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. Serve warm or chilled depending on your preference.
Notes
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For a spicier kick, add more chipotle or a dash of cayenne.
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Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
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Great for meal prep—store components separately for up to 4 days.
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Swap avocado for guacamole or sour cream for added creaminess.
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Easily double the recipe for family-style meals or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- 30 minutes:
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Bowl Meals
- Method: Grilled or Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 65mg