Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Fresh Honey Lime Chicken & Rice Bowls. Tender chicken marinated in a delicious mixture of honey and lime, paired with fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables, creates a dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or quick meals, this recipe is not only satisfying but easy to prepare. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Juice of 2 fresh limes
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, cilantro) for topping
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Whisk until combined.
- 2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3. Cook Rice: While the chicken marinates, cook rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork when done.
- 4. Grill Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked through.
- 5. Make Sauce: In a small saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a gentle boil and simmer for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6. Assemble Bowls: Spoon rice into bowls, slice grilled chicken on top, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg