Description

The Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a sweet, spicy, and savory dish featuring crispy chicken tossed in a sticky hot honey glaze, served over rice or quinoa with fresh vegetables and vibrant garnishes. Perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil (for pan-frying)
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce (e.g., sriracha or Frank’s RedHot)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 avocado, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Dredge the chicken in flour or cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, then coat again in flour.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Toss the crispy chicken in the hot honey glaze until evenly coated.
In serving bowls, layer rice or quinoa, glazed chicken, cucumber, shredded carrots, avocado, and green onions.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the hot sauce to taste for more or less spice.Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.For a vegan version, substitute tofu for chicken and agave for honey.To keep chicken crispy, store separately and toss with glaze just before serving.Bake the chicken instead of frying for a lighter option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 155mg