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Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls, a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy elements that make for an enticing meal. This dish features tender chicken coated in a spicy honey chipotle sauce, served atop a nourishing base of rice accompanied by black beans, corn, fresh tomatoes, and creamy avocado. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, these bowls are not only quick and easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your dietary preferences. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 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 white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • 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. Whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to create the sauce.
  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 brown and cooked through.
  3. Drizzle the honey chipotle sauce over the chicken; let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Assemble each bowl with rice as the base, topped with black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado slices, and cilantro.
  5. Optionally whisk together ingredients for lime dressing and drizzle over the assembled bowls before serving.

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