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Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls

Savor Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls for Quick Dinner Joy

Enjoy a vibrant Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls packed with tangy lime and sweet honey flavors, perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice Swap with brown rice for added fiber
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Breasts cook faster
  • 1/4 cup honey Maple syrup can be used
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Substitute with lemon juice if needed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest Can be omitted if not available
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Fresh onions can be sautéed instead
  • to taste salt and black pepper Essential seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Other oils like avocado work well too
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) Substitute with peas or bell peppers
  • 1 can black beans Can replace with pinto beans or lentils
  • 1 medium avocado For a lighter option, use diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Substitute with parsley or skip if desired
  • 4 pieces lime wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of long-grain white rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes until fluffy, fluff with a fork before serving.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of honey, juice of 2 limes, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, lime zest, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, along with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place chicken in a resealable bag, pour half of the marinade over it, seal and massage the marinade into the chicken. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Discard remaining marinade.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of corn and 1 can of drained black beans into the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  6. Remove chicken from skillet, let it rest, then slice into thin strips.
  7. Serve a portion of rice in bowls, top with sliced chicken, corn and bean mixture, and diced avocado.
  8. Drizzle with remaining marinade, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, reheat gently.

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