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Easy Extra Garlic Spicy Honey Lime Chicken Bowls

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Spicy Garlic Honey-Lime Chicken Bowls: Tender chicken, fluffy rice & zesty toppings. Easy meal prep with sweet, tangy, savory flavor!
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 4
Course: Chicken, Main Dishes, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Asian, Mexican
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp Napa Valley olive oil plus extra for cooking
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice Jasmine or Basmati
  • 2 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt for rice
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen thawed, or canned
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced or finely diced
  • 1 ripe Hass avocado diced or sliced
  • Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for optional Lime Crema
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice for optional Lime Crema
  • 1 tbsp milk or water to thin crema
  • Pinch salt for optional Lime Crema
  • Extra lime wedges, sesame seeds Optional Garnish

Method
 

  1. {'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Prepare Chicken & Marinade', 'text': 'Pat chicken dry; trim excess fat. In a bowl, whisk honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, ginger, garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken, toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours, or up to 12 hours for best flavor.'}
  2. {'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Cook Chicken', 'text': 'Remove chicken from fridge 15-20 minutes before cooking. Heat a large skillet with extra olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown, caramelized, and cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature). Transfer to a cutting board, tent with foil, and rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice against the grain into bite-sized pieces.'}
  3. {'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Prepare Rice', 'text': 'Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, combine rinsed rice, 2.5 cups water or broth, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15-18 minutes. Do not lift lid. Remove from heat, let rest 5-10 minutes (still covered), then fluff gently with a fork.'}
  4. {'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Prepare Fresh Components & Lime Crema', 'text': 'Prepare corn, rinsed and drained black beans, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion. Dice or slice avocado and chop cilantro just before serving. For optional Lime Crema: whisk sour cream/yogurt, 1 tbsp lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Add milk/water to desired drizzly consistency.'}
  5. {'@type': 'HowToStep', 'name': 'Assemble Bowls', 'text': 'Layer fluffy rice at the bottom of each bowl. Top with sliced honey lime chicken. Arrange spoonfuls of corn, black beans, diced red bell pepper, and sliced red onion around the chicken and rice. Crown with fresh avocado slices/cubes and a generous sprinkle of chopped cilantro. Drizzle with Lime Crema (if using). Serve immediately, with extra lime wedges or sesame seeds if desired.'}

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I've definitely made this with boneless, skinless chicken breasts when that's what I had on hand.
Just keep a close eye on them, maybe reduce the