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Chipotle Honey Chicken Bowls

633 Kcal | 53g Protein | 57g Carbohydrates | 21g Fat
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Down Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Carb Rice
Protein Chicken
Servings 4
Calorie 600-800 Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Chipotle Honey Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for marinade
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp chipotle powder or 1-2 minced chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking

For the Roasted Peppers & Onions:

  • 2 bell peppers red, yellow, or green, sliced
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for extra heat

For Serving:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice dry
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
    1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp chipotle powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper
  • Add chicken and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor).
    2 lbs boneless

Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
    2 tbsp olive oil
  • Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Lower heat to medium, cover, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Roast the Peppers & Onions:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Toss sliced bell peppers and onions with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
    2 bell peppers, 1 large onion, 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until softened and slightly charred.

Cook the Rice:

  • Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    1 cup jasmine rice
  • Cook according to your preferred method. I love my rice cooker!
  • Once done, fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice for extra flavor.
    1 tbsp lime juice

Assemble & Serve:

  • Divide cooked rice into meal prep containers.
  • Top with sliced chipotle honey chicken and roasted peppers & onions.
  • Garnish with fresh lime wedges and chopped cilantro (if using).
    Fresh lime wedges, Chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrition

Calories: 633kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 53gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1503mgPotassium: 1198mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 3413IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg
Keywords easy meal prep chicken bowls, healthy chipotle chicken meal prep, high protein meal prep, roasted peppers and onions, smoky honey chicken, spicy sweet chicken
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