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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls, where smoky heat meets sweet tang. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, allowing you to whip up a satisfying dinner in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1/2 cup black beans
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small avocado
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for lime dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (for lime dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey (for lime dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for lime dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for lime dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for lime dressing)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice to create the marinade.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F). Drizzle marinade over the chicken and let rest before slicing.
  3. Assemble bowls by adding rice as the base and topping with black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, diced onion, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
  4. Drizzle with optional lime dressing before serving.

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