Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls
These Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, featuring tender, flavorful chicken served over rice with fresh avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
Equipment
- Bowl
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce (including some adobo sauce)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups cooked rice (brown or white)
- 1 large avocado sliced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Optional Toppings
- corn
- black beans
- crumbled cojita cheese
- sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Whisk together honey, chipotle in adobo, minced garlic, and lime juice in a bowl. Add chicken and coat well; then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or 2-4 hours, for maximum flavor.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and caramelized.
Prepare Your Bowls
- While the chicken cooks, prepare your rice according to package directions.
Assemble
- Divide the cooked rice among bowls and arrange the sliced cooked chicken over the rice.
Garnish
- Top with sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and fresh cilantro, adding any other desired toppings like corn, black beans, or extra lime.
Serve
- Enjoy your delicious Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls immediately.
Notes
For an even smokier flavor, consider grilling the chicken instead of pan-frying. Adjust the amount of chipotle in adobo sauce to your preferred spice level.