I am so excited to share these amazing chicken bowls with you today. If you love quick, satisfying weeknight meals, you’re in for a treat! We’re making two fantastic honey chicken bowls that are simple to prepare and packed with goodness.
Get ready to cook up some easy chicken meals that everyone will enjoy. These recipes use everyday ingredients and are perfect for busy evenings when you want something flavorful without a lot of fuss.
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Easy Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl for Quick Dinners
This chicken rice bowl is a perfect easy dinner option. It brings together sweet honey BBQ chicken with fluffy rice for a comforting and simple meal.
You’ll love how quickly this comes together, making it ideal for busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Honey BBQ Chicken
- Chicken Thighs are Best: Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs keeps the meat juicy and tender. They cook fast too, which is great for quick meals.
- Your Favorite BBQ Sauce: Pick a BBQ sauce you already like, then add honey to it. This makes your custom sauce perfectly sweet and sticky, just how you want it.
What You Need for Honey BBQ Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced green onions, sesame seeds for topping
⏱️ Time: 30 Mins🍽️ Yields: 4 Servings
How to Make This Easy Honey BBQ Chicken Bowl
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. This helps them cook evenly and taste great.
Step 2: Cook and Sauce the Chicken
Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until it’s browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, stir in the BBQ sauce and honey, letting it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken well.
Step 3: Build Your Bowl
Put a generous serving of cooked white rice into individual bowls. Top each with the warm honey BBQ chicken. If you like, you can garnish with sliced green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra color and taste.
📝 Final Note on Storage
You can meal prep the honey BBQ chicken ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove.
Easy Hot Honey Chicken Bowls for a Zesty Meal
If you like a little kick, this hot honey chicken bowl is for you. It’s a quick meal that balances sweet and spicy flavors perfectly, giving you a wonderful combination.
This recipe is straightforward and great for weeknights when you want something satisfying with a bit of a zing.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Hot Honey Chicken
- Hot Honey Levels: You can buy hot honey ready-made, or easily make your own by warming regular honey with some red pepper flakes. Adjust the amount of flakes to get your preferred level of heat.
- Add Some Veggies: Feel free to add steamed broccoli, bell peppers, corn, or snap peas to your bowl. This adds extra vegetables, color, and more goodness to your meal.
What You Need for Hot Honey Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
- ¼ cup hot honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: avocado slices, fresh cilantro for topping
⏱️ Time: 25 Mins🍽️ Yields: 3 Servings
How to Make This Easy Hot Honey Chicken Bowl
Step 1: Season the Chicken
Cut your chicken breast or thighs into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder until it’s evenly coated.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken Pieces
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s golden brown and cooked all the way through, about 6-8 minutes.
Step 3: Make the Hot Honey Sauce
While the chicken cooks, whisk together the hot honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Once the chicken is cooked, pour this sauce over the chicken in the pan and stir well until the chicken is fully coated and the sauce slightly thickens.
Step 4: Serve It Up
Serve the hot honey chicken over cooked brown rice. Add any optional toppings you enjoy, like sliced avocado or fresh cilantro, to make your bowl even better.
📝 Final Note for Crispiness
For a crispier texture on your chicken, you can air fry the chicken pieces (without the sauce) until cooked through and slightly crispy, then toss them in the hot honey sauce in a bowl.