Description
These Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls are the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, sweet, and fresh. Juicy chipotle-marinated chicken is served over fluffy rice and topped with a vibrant avocado corn salsa, tangy queso fresco, and zesty lime. A colorful, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep!
Ingredients
Honey Chipotle Chicken
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 chipotle chile in adobo + 1 tbsp adobo sauce (finely chopped)
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½ lime, juiced
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1 tbsp honey
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp ground cumin
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1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Avocado Corn Salsa
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1 cup grilled corn (or thawed frozen corn)
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1 avocado, peeled and diced
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1 jalapeño, seeds and veins removed, finely diced
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro
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½ lime, juiced
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½ tsp ground cumin
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Other Ingredients
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2 cups cooked white or brown rice
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Crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (for topping)
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Lime wedges and extra cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, chopped chipotle, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
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Marinate: Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
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Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
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Make the Salsa: In a medium bowl, mix corn, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
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Assemble Bowls: Add a scoop of rice to each bowl. Top with sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of avocado corn salsa, crumbled queso fresco, and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
For extra heat, add more chipotle or a pinch of cayenne to the marinade.
Swap rice for quinoa, cauliflower rice, or greens to lighten it up.
The chicken can also be grilled or baked instead of pan-cooked.
Make it ahead! The salsa and chicken can be prepped in advance for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling / Pan-Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired / Tex-Mex