Description
Indulge in the perfect weeknight meal with these Hot Honey Chicken Bowls. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, and colorful vegetables, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, these bowls are high in protein and customizable to suit your unique taste preferences. Whether you’re feeding a family or prepping for the week, this versatile recipe will keep everyone satisfied. Easy cleanup is an added bonus with everything cooked in one skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2–3 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 medium summer squash
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 medium avocado
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 5 minutes per side until browned.
- Mix honey, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional spices in a bowl.
- Remove chicken; sauté zucchini and summer squash for 1-2 minutes.
- Layer sautéed veggies with shredded carrots in the skillet; place chicken on top and coat with sauce.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Optional: Broil for an extra caramelized finish.
- Let rest before cubing chicken; toss with reserved sauce.
- Serve over rice or quinoa topped with avocado slices and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg