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Honey BBQ Chicken Bowls Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

These Honey BBQ Chicken Bowls are a flavorful and satisfying meal featuring tender chicken breast pieces coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce. Served over fluffy long grain rice with black beans, corn, fresh romaine lettuce, pickled onions, shredded cheddar cheese, cilantro, and a drizzle of creamy ranch dressing, this recipe offers a perfect balance of protein, veggies, and bold flavors.

Ingredients

Chicken and Sauce

  • 2 pounds chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey

Base and Toppings

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 1 head romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup pickled onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Prepare the long grain rice according to the package instructions, ensuring it is fluffy and fully cooked. Set aside and keep warm.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season them evenly with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to enhance flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to get a nice sear, then stir and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 3-5 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is cooked through. Remove from heat.
  4. Make the Honey BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey until smooth and well combined.
  5. Coat the Chicken in Sauce: Pour the honey BBQ sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet and stir well so all pieces are evenly coated in the sweet and tangy sauce.
  6. Heat the Beans and Corn: Gently heat the black beans and corn until warmed through. This can be done on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: In each serving bowl, place a scoop of cooked rice on one side and chopped romaine lettuce on the other side.
  8. Add Beans, Corn, and Toppings: Add a scoop of black beans and corn on top of the rice. Then, sprinkle pickled onions and shredded cheddar cheese over the beans and corn.
  9. Finish with Dressing and Herbs: Drizzle ranch dressing over the assembled bowl and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for freshness and added flavor.

Notes

  • For the pickled onions, you can use store-bought or make your own by soaking thinly sliced red onions in vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
  • Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
  • You can substitute romaine with your favorite greens or add avocado slices for extra creaminess.
  • This recipe can be doubled easily for meal prep or larger families.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/honey-bbq-chicken-bowls-recipe/