Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies, a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. This bowl features tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy honey pepper glaze, paired with vibrant sautéed bell peppers and baby spinach, served over fluffy white rice. The combination of fresh ingredients not only makes it visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this dish is easy to whip up and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it warm or prepare it in advance for a satisfying grab-and-go option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- 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
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken chunks until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and combine honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir well. Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Return chicken to the skillet to coat evenly.
- Sauté sliced bell pepper and spinach in residual flavors until just tender (2-3 minutes).
- Assemble by adding rice to a bowl followed by glazed chicken and sautéed veggies topped with cherry tomatoes.
- Serve warm or store for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg