Description
Indulge in a Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. This delightful dish features tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy honey pepper glaze, complemented by vibrant sautéed bell peppers, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe is not only flavorful but also packed with protein and nutrients. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that make it an instant favorite.
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
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken chunks and sear until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and combine honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir well; add cornstarch slurry and simmer for about 2-3 minutes until thick.
- Return the chicken to the pan to coat with the glaze.
- Sauté sliced red bell pepper and baby spinach in the same pan until tender (about 2-3 minutes).
- Assemble by adding rice to a bowl, layering glazed chicken and sautéed veggies on top, then garnish with cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg