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Honey BBQ Chicken Bowls Recipe

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These Honey BBQ Chicken Bowls are a delicious, quick, and easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender bite-sized chicken pieces cooked in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, served over fluffy rice with black beans, corn, crisp romaine lettuce, pickled onions, shredded cheddar, and drizzled with creamy ranch dressing, these bowls combine a variety of textures and flavors for a satisfying and wholesome dish.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

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

Rice and Vegetables

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 1 head romaine lettuce (chopped)

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup pickled onions (see note)
  • 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 until fluffy and tender; set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch each. Season evenly with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for balanced flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces. Allow them to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a nice sear, then stir and continue cooking, stirring occasionally for another 3-5 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F and is fully cooked through.
  4. Make the Honey BBQ Sauce: Whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Coat Chicken with Sauce: Pour the honey BBQ sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Toss well so that each piece is evenly coated and heated through. Remove from heat.
  6. Heat Beans and Corn: Warm the black beans and corn either in a microwave or on the stovetop until heated evenly.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: In each serving bowl, add a scoop of cooked rice on one side and a portion of chopped romaine lettuce on the other.
  8. Add Beans and Corn: Place a scoop of black beans and corn over the rice and lettuce in each bowl.
  9. Add Toppings: Top each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese and pickled onions to add creaminess and tangy crunch.
  10. Finish with Dressing and Herbs: Drizzle ranch dressing over each assembled bowl and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of fresh flavor and color.

Notes

  • Pickled onions add a tangy crunch; they can be made by soaking thinly sliced red onions in vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
  • For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or chili powder when seasoning the chicken.
  • This recipe can be made ahead by preparing chicken and rice in advance; reheat before assembling bowls.
  • Substitute ranch dressing with a dairy-free alternative for a lighter option.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

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