Spicy Sweet Bowls (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken coated in a smoky honey-chipotle glaze, served with rice, veggies, and creamy avocado. Balances heat and sweetness perfectly.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein & Sauce
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
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2 diced chicken breasts
→ Bowl Components
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1 avocado, peeled and diced
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1 cup drained and rinsed black beans
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
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3 cups white, jasmine, or brown rice, cooked
→ Garnish
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Lime juice from one lime
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Salt and a sprinkle of pepper to season
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
# Steps:
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Warm a tablespoon of oil in a large pan. Add seasoned chicken chunks and cook on medium heat until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Take the chicken out when done.
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Pour the rest of the oil into the same pan. Stir in honey and minced chipotle peppers. Allow it to bubble for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
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Toss the cooked chicken back into the pan, making sure the sauce coats every bite. Let it cook for another 2 minutes.
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Spoon rice into bowls. Pile on the chicken, bell pepper, beans, avocado, and corn. Sprinkle fresh cilantro over everything.
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Drizzle lime juice on top and enjoy your meal right away!
# Notes:
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For bolder flavor, marinate the chicken ahead of time.
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Works well for meal prepping!
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Swap chicken for tofu to keep it plant-based.
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Add more or less chipotle to control the spice level.