Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies. This delightful dish combines tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all drizzled with a luscious honey pepper glaze that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal that your entire family will love. Customize it with your favorite veggies or protein for a dish that never gets boring. Whether served warm for dinner or as a refreshing lunch, this chicken rice bowl promises to deliver deliciousness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown and fully cooked (6–8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same pan, reduce heat and add honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir well then add cornstarch slurry; simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Return chicken to coat with glaze.
- Sauté the bell pepper and spinach in the pan for about 2-3 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Assemble your bowl by adding rice first, then topping with glazed chicken, sautéed veggies, and cherry tomatoes.
- Serve immediately or cool down for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg