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Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls

Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls for a Fresh Flavor Boost

Enjoy these Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls for a quick and nourishing meal that's gluten-free and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Substitute with brown rice for more fiber.
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Thighs are juicier, breasts are leaner.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Bottled lime juice can substitute in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Lemon zest works if lime is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used, but may alter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion is an alternative but should be sautéed.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Any neutral oil will suffice.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Corn Use fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Drain and rinse for cleanliness.
  • 1 medium Avocado Substitute with Greek yogurt for tang.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit or substitute with parsley if not a fan.
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving, enhances lime flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine long-grain white rice with water. Bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until tender. Fluff and set aside.
  2. Whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, lime zest, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Stir in corn and black beans with the chicken, cooking an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Slice chicken and serve over rice, topping with corn, black beans, avocado, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor. Ensure chicken is cooked to temperature and fluff rice gently. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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