Description

This Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a flavorful and wholesome meal, combining tender baked chicken breasts marinated in a spicy-sweet hot honey and soy sauce glaze, sautéed colorful bell peppers, and a base of fluffy rice or quinoa. Garnished with fresh green onions and cooked with simple pantry staples, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner bursting with balanced heat and sweetness.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/4 cup hot honey
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

Vegetables

2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Other

1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
1 tbsp sesame oil

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
Marinate Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine hot honey, low-sodium soy sauce, and minced garlic. Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and allow them to soak up the flavors for at least 15 minutes to ensure they are well-seasoned.
Sauté Vegetables: While the chicken is marinating, heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and sauté for approximately 5 minutes until they are tender and lightly caramelized.
Bake Chicken: Transfer the marinated chicken breasts to an oven-safe dish. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Assemble Bowls: Fluff the cooked rice or quinoa and divide it among serving bowls. Top each bowl with a baked chicken breast and the sautéed bell peppers. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions for a fresh finish.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of hot honey or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.
Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier, fiber-rich base.
Prepare the rice or quinoa ahead of time to save cooking time during meal prep.
If you do not have sesame oil, a neutral oil like canola can be used instead, though it will change the flavor slightly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American