Hot Honey Chicken Bowl
A delightful meal featuring tender chicken glazed with a spicy sweet sauce, served over rice or quinoa with vibrant sautéed vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
For the Sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup hot honey sauce (honey mixed with chili flakes)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
To Serve
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Making the Sauce
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, hot honey sauce, and low-sodium soy sauce. Stir well.
Coating and Baking the Chicken
- Pour the hot honey sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.
Sautéing the Vegetables
- While the chicken bakes, heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the mixed vegetables until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Assembly
- To serve, place a portion of cooked rice or quinoa in bowls, top with the baked chicken and sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with extra hot honey sauce if desired.
Notes
For healthy swaps, use chicken thighs for more juiciness, and feel free to add any preferred vegetables. For a vegetarian option, use tofu or chickpeas.