Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey BBQ Chicken Bowls, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that makes for an irresistible meal. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Tender chicken breast is glazed with a honey-BBQ sauce and served over fluffy rice, accompanied by black beans, corn, and fresh vegetables. The versatility of this dish allows you to customize it to your liking—add toppings like shredded cheese or pickled onions for an extra kick. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy choice that will satisfy the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 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
- Cook long grain rice according to package instructions.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Mix BBQ sauce and honey in a bowl.
- Slice chicken and coat with the honey BBQ mixture.
- Assemble bowls: layer rice, black beans, corn, chopped lettuce, sliced chicken, cheese, pickled onions, cilantro, and drizzle ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg