If you’re looking for simple, tasty chicken bowl recipes, you’re in the right place. I’m sharing two easy chicken bowl ideas that bring great flavors to your table without a lot of fuss.
You’ll find options for a sweet and spicy chipotle chicken rice bowl and a delicious hot honey chicken bowl. Both are perfect for a quick dinner!
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Easy Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
This honey chipotle chicken rice bowl is perfect for a weeknight meal.
It brings together sweet honey and smoky chipotle for a flavor you’ll really like.
Key Ingredients & Tips for your Chipotle Chicken Bowl
- Chipotle in Adobo: Use canned chipotle peppers for a deep smoky heat. You can adjust the amount to your liking.
- Honey Balance: Don’t skip the honey! It really balances the spice from the chipotle and makes the chicken sticky and tasty.
- Rice Base: Any cooked rice works well here. Brown rice or white rice are both great choices to soak up the delicious sauce.
What You Need for Honey Chipotle Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced (add more for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce from the can
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked white or brown rice, for serving
- Optional: Sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges for topping
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 2-3 servings
How to Make This Honey Chipotle Chicken
Step 1: Prep Chicken & Sauce
Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to this bowl and toss it well until all pieces are coated evenly.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the coated chicken to the hot pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened nicely.
Step 3: Assemble Your Bowls
Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls. Spoon the honey chipotle chicken mixture generously over the rice. If you like, add optional toppings like sliced avocado, fresh chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice for extra brightness.
📝 Final Note
Leftover chicken is great for lunch the next day; just reheat it gently in a pan or microwave.
Easy Hot Honey Chicken Bowls Recipe
These hot honey chicken bowls are quick to make and full of good flavor.
If you like a little kick with your sweet, this easy chicken recipe is for you.
Key Ingredients & Tips for your Hot Honey Chicken
- Hot Honey Choices: You can buy hot honey from the store or easily make your own by warming regular honey with a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Crispy Chicken Goal: For extra crispiness, cook the chicken until it has a nice golden-brown crust before you add the sauce. This makes a big difference!
- Fresh Toppings: A sprinkle of fresh green onions or a squeeze of lime juice brightens up the whole hot honey chicken bowl.
What You Need for Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Cooked white or brown rice, for serving
- Optional: Sliced green onions, sesame seeds, chopped peanuts for topping
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 2-3 servings
How to Make This Hot Honey Chicken
Step 1: Prepare Chicken
Pat your chicken pieces dry with a paper towel. This helps them brown better. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper to your taste.
Step 2: Cook Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan and cook for about 6-8 minutes, turning them occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice light brown color.
Step 3: Make Hot Honey Sauce
While the chicken is cooking, grab a small bowl. In this bowl, whisk together the hot honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until they are well combined.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
Once the chicken is cooked, pour the hot honey sauce directly over the chicken in the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the chicken well in the sweet and spicy sauce. Serve immediately over your cooked rice with any of your favorite toppings.
📝 Final Note
For a different texture and more veggies, try adding some steamed broccoli or snap peas to your bowl!
