Honey Lime Cilantro Chicken & Rice Bowls
These honey lime cilantro chicken bowls are bright, fresh, and packed with flavor. Juicy marinated chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp toppings come together with a sweet and tangy drizzle for a perfectly balanced, meal-prep-friendly dish.
Ingredients
Method
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and cilantro. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Cook the Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Add rice, water, and salt to a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff.
- Pickle the Onions: In a bowl, combine sliced onion, apple cider vinegar, honey, and salt. Let sit for at least 20 minutes until softened.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest, then slice.
- Make the Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, cilantro, and salt.
- Assemble the Bowls: Add rice to bowls, top with sliced chicken, avocado, cucumber, and pickled onions. Drizzle with honey lime sauce and finish with cilantro and chili flakes.
Nutrition
Notes
- Store pickled onions separately to keep flavors fresh
- Slice avocado fresh to prevent browning
- Reheat chicken and rice separately for best texture
- Add black beans or corn for extra carbs and fiber
- Double the drizzle for extra flavor throughout the week
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