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Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls

Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls for a Quick, Zesty Dinner

A quick and nutritious meal of Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls, balancing sweetness and zest.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice or brown rice for a healthier option
For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts thighs are more flavorful
  • 1/4 cup honey or agave nectar for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice bottled lime juice can work
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce use low-sodium variant for less salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest optional if fresh limes aren't available
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove of fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or finely chopped onions as substitute
  • to taste ... salt & black pepper adjust to your preference
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
For Toppings
  • 1 cup corn any type fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 can black beans rinsed; could use kidney or pinto beans
  • 1 medium avocado optional, or replace with guacamole
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley as substitute
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving, add extra zest

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice with water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  2. Whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, lime zest, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Marinate chicken in half of the prepared marinade for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Add corn and black beans to the skillet, stir for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  6. Slice the chicken thinly against the grain once cooked.
  7. Assemble bowls by adding rice at the base, topped with chicken, corn, and beans.
  8. Drizzle remaining marinade, add avocado, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, allow chicken to marinate longer for depth of flavor. Use fresh ingredients for enhanced taste.

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