Description
A flavorful Hot Honey Chicken Bowl featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in sweet and spicy honey-soy sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice with sautéed bell peppers and broccoli. This easy, vibrant dish balances heat and sweetness for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup hot honey (adjust based on your spice preference)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice (rinsed under cold water until clear)
- 2 cups water
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers, sliced (substitute with favorites if desired)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Other
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare marinade: In a bowl, combine the hot honey and soy sauce. Mix them well to create the marinade base.
- Marinate chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the honey-soy mixture. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook jasmine rice: While the chicken marinates, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is fully absorbed.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Sauté vegetables: Add sliced bell peppers and broccoli florets to the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavorful. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble bowls: Spoon a serving of jasmine rice into bowls, top with the hot honey chicken and sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with extra hot honey if desired and garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright finish.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot honey according to your spice tolerance for a milder or spicier dish.
- Substitute bell peppers with any other favorite vegetables like snap peas or zucchini.
- For gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- This dish can be meal-prepped by cooking the rice, chicken, and vegetables in advance and assembling when ready to eat.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American with Asian influences
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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