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Colorful sweet and smoky honey chipotle chicken served over fluffy rice with vibrant garnishes, glazed with a rich sauce, styled on a rustic wooden surface with fresh herbs

Sweet and Smoky Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

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An easy-to-make, flavorful dinner bowl combining smoky chipotle and sweet honey with tender chicken served over fluffy rice.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sliced jalapenos for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a blender, purée honey, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce until smooth.
  2. Marinate chicken slices in the honey chipotle sauce for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken until fully cooked and caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. To serve, spoon cooked rice into bowls, top with cooked chicken, and garnish with cilantro, lime, and jalapenos.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
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