Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chipotle Chile in adobo sauce + 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce
finely chop the chipotle
- 1/2 of a lime
juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup grilled fresh corn or defrosted frozen corn
- 1 avocado
peeled and diced
- 1 jalapeño
seeds and vein removed and finely diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1/2 of a lime
juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
- Lime wedges and cilantro for garnish
Directions
- 1
Whisk together the olive oil, chipotle, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, cilantro, salt and pepper in a bowl or glass measuring cup. Add the chicken to a freezer bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken. Let the chicken marinate for at least an hour and up to 4 hours.
- 2
Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat (about 400-425° F. on the grill). Oil the grill grates or skillet and add on the chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on the first side and then flip them over and grill until the internal temperature is 165° F.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before dicing or slicing it.
- 4
In a bowl add the corn kernels, diced avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir everything together and taste it for seasoning.
- 5
Divide the rice evenly into the bowls. Top the rice with some of the chicken, salsa, and cheese. Garnish with extra cilantro and a lime wedge.
Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls
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About this Recipe
Ready for a flavor explosion that brings restaurant-worthy sweet and spicy notes right to your kitchen? These Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls deliver an incredible balance of fiery chipotle and sweet honey with every bite.
What sets these bowls apart is the dynamic duo of the flavorful honey chipotle chicken paired with a vibrant, creamy avocado corn salsa. The chicken is infused with a zesty, smoky blend, while the fresh salsa adds a cooling, bright counterpoint, creating a truly satisfying meal that tantalizes every taste bud.
You can expect a delightful harmony of flavors in every spoonful, delivering that perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy. The succulent chicken offers a tender texture with a satisfying kick of heat, beautifully mellowed by the sweetness of honey. Paired with fluffy rice, the vibrant avocado corn salsa provides a fresh, creamy, and slightly zesty counterpoint, with the mild crunch of corn and a whisper of jalapeño. This combination creates a hearty, satisfying, and refreshing meal that feels both comforting and exciting. While the total preparation and cooking time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, much of that is passive marinating time, making the active cooking quite manageable for any home cook.
These Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls are wonderfully versatile to fit your preferred flavor profile. To adjust the heat, you can either decrease or increase the amount of finely chopped chipotle chile and adobo sauce in the chicken marinade. For a milder avocado corn salsa, ensure all seeds and veins are removed from the jalapeño, or use less of it; for more kick, leave a few seeds in. While the recipe suggests crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, you can easily omit it for a dairy-free option. A splash more lime juice in the salsa can brighten the flavors even further.
These bowls are ideal for a vibrant weeknight dinner or a festive lunch. Serve them garnished with extra lime wedges and fresh cilantro to brighten every serving.