Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of honey lime cilantro chicken & rice bowls, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features juicy chicken marinated in a tangy honey-lime sauce and served over fluffy rice, topped with fresh vegetables. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls are not only healthy but also bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, avocado, corn, and red onion
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Whisk lime juice, zest, honey, olive oil, cilantro, salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika in a bowl. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Prepare Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions if not pre-cooked.
- Assemble Bowls: In serving bowls, layer rice topped with sliced chicken and fresh veggies.
- Garnish: Drizzle with extra honey-lime dressing and sprinkle more cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg