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Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls

Delicious Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls

Enjoy flavorful Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice Replace with brown rice for added fiber
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Thighs bring more flavor; breasts are leaner
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup honey Maple syrup can be a vegan substitute
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Bottled lime juice works in a pinch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Opt for tamari to keep it gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest Replace with more lime juice if desired
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic works well, too
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Consider using fresh onion for extra flavor
  • to taste salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper Essential for seasoning
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Avocado oil can work for higher heat cooking
For Toppings
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) Frozen corn is often a quick option
  • 1 can black beans Rinsing helps reduce sodium content
  • 1 avocado Provides creaminess and healthy fats
  • fresh cilantro Optional garnish for freshness
  • lime wedges Serve on the side for extra zing

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch. In a medium pot, combine the rinsed rice with water and salt, then bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to prepare the marinade.
  3. Take the chicken and marinate it with half the prepared marinade for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In the same skillet, add corn and black beans, cooking until heated through.
  6. Let chicken rest, then slice it thinly against the grain.
  7. Assemble the bowls with rice, topped with chicken, corn, black beans, and avocado.
  8. Drizzle remaining marinade over and serve with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 930mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is marinated for at least 15 minutes for best flavor. Customize the dish with shrimp or tofu as desired.

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