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Hot Honey Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Hot Honey Chicken Quinoa Bowl: Sweet, Spicy Comfort in a Bowl

The Hot Honey Chicken Quinoa Bowl combines sweet and spicy flavors for a perfect weeknight dinner. Quick, customizable, and healthy, it’s a gourmet experience at home.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Can be substituted with thighs for juicier meat.
For the Veggies
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Any neutral oil works as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Can be replaced with butternut squash.
  • 2 cups Brussels Sprouts Feel free to swap for broccoli or green beans.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Brown rice or farro are excellent alternatives.
For the Sweet and Spicy Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup Honey Agave syrup is a great vegan substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Hot Sauce Customize the heat level with your favorite sauce.
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Goat cheese or cotija are great alternates.
  • Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish.
  • Lime Wedges Optional, for serving.
  • Crushed Red Pepper Optional, for extra heat.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper until coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  2. Pat the chicken breast cubes dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm a drizzle of olive oil. Add the chicken and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a small bowl, combine honey and hot sauce, whisking together until smooth. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference.
  4. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes until quinoa has absorbed the liquid.
  5. In serving bowls, place a scoop of quinoa, top with roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, followed by seared chicken. Drizzle the hot honey over the bowl.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled feta over the bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For easy weeknight dinners, prepare components ahead of time and store separately.

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