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Close-up of a bowl filled with rice, black beans, corn, and sliced honey chipotle chicken, garnished with cilantro and lime.

Irresistible Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 50 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A flavorful and easy recipe for honey chipotle chicken rice bowls.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup adobo sauce (from canned chipotle peppers)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together honey, adobo sauce, minced chipotle peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
  5. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice or shred the chicken.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine cooked rice, black beans, corn, cilantro, and lime juice. Toss to combine.
  8. Divide rice mixture among bowls. Top with sliced or shredded chicken.
  9. Add your favorite optional toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more minced chipotle peppers.
  • If you don’t have chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can use smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a smoky flavor.
  • This recipe can be made ahead of time. Store chicken and rice mixture separately in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: honey chipotle chicken, chicken rice bowls, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, flavorful chicken

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