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Hot Honey Chicken Bowl

Hot Honey Chicken Bowl
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The Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful meal combining tender chicken glazed in a sticky sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, fresh vegetables, and fluffy rice. This nourishing and quick dish offers a perfect balance of sweetness, heat, and texture, making it ideal for busy weeknights or wholesome dinners. Customize it easily to suit your tastes or dietary needs while enjoying a visually appealing and satisfying bowl.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce or 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger

Base

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or preferred grain

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumbers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots

Additional Flavorings and Garnish

  • Juice of 1 lime or lemon
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper to prepare for glazing.
  2. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, combine honey, hot sauce or chili flakes, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger to create the flavorful glaze.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil. Cook chicken pieces until golden and cooked through, forming a caramelized crust while remaining juicy inside.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Pour the hot honey sauce over the chicken in the skillet, tossing to fully coat each piece. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings beautifully to the chicken.
  5. Prepare the Base: While the chicken cooks, prepare rice or preferred grain and chop fresh vegetables such as cucumbers, bell peppers, and shredded carrots.
  6. Assemble the Bowl: Place a generous serving of rice or grain at the bottom of the bowl. Top with the glazed hot honey chicken, then arrange fresh vegetables and herbs on top. Finish with a squeeze of lime or lemon juice for bright, balanced flavor.

Notes

  • Marinate for More Flavor: Let chicken sit in the hot honey sauce for 15-20 minutes before cooking to deepen flavors.
  • Don’t Overheat Honey: Keep sauce on medium heat to avoid burning honey and bitterness.
  • Use Fresh Aromatics: Fresh garlic and ginger provide a vibrant flavor versus powdered alternatives.
  • Balance Is Key: Adjust hot sauce and honey amounts to your preferred level of heat and sweetness.
  • Rest Off Heat: Allow chicken to rest a few minutes after cooking to redistribute juices and maintain juiciness.

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Keywords: hot honey chicken, spicy chicken bowl, honey glaze, quick dinner, gluten free, easy chicken recipe

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