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Ultra close-up macro of crispy hot honey chicken bites with honey glaze
Jennifer Lewis

Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Bowls

Ultra-crispy golden chicken bites coated in a sweet and spicy sticky hot honey glaze, served over fluffy steamed jasmine rice with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes and charred broccoli florets. The ultimate 30-minute high-protein lunch meal prep bowl!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch / Healthy Meal Prep Bowl
Cuisine: American / Healthy Comfort
Calories: 495

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Chicken Bites
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts trimmed and cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch for extra light and shatteringly crispy crust
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil for shallow searing or pan frying
For the Signature Hot Honey Glaze
  • 1/3 cup clover honey pure raw clover or wildflower honey
  • 1 1/2 tbsp hot sauce Frank’s RedHot, sriracha, or cayenne pepper sauce
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar for bright balanced tang
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to preferred heat level
  • 2 cloves garlic minced finely
For the Roasted Veggies & Bowl Assembly
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch small cubes
  • 3 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for roasting vegetables
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice or quinoa warm and fluffy
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions thinly sliced

Method
 

Roast the Sweet Potatoes & Broccoli
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and smoked paprika. Spread across a large parchment-lined sheet pan and roast for 12 minutes.
  2. Add the broccoli florets to the same pan tossed with remaining half-tablespoon of oil and a pinch of salt. Roast everything together for an additional 12 to 14 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender with caramelized edges and the broccoli is charred and crisp-tender.
Crisp the Seasoned Chicken Bites
  1. Pat the cubed chicken dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss chicken with cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated in a light powdery dusting.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes in a single uncrowded layer (working in two quick batches if needed). Sear undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal). Transfer to a plate.
Simmer Hot Honey Glaze & Toss
  1. Reduce heat to low. In the same pan, add minced garlic, honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red chili flakes. Simmer gently for 60 to 90 seconds until the sauce bubbles into a sticky, fragrant amber glaze.
  2. Immediately return the crispy chicken to the skillet. Toss vigorously for 30 to 45 seconds using a wooden spatula until every crispy nugget is cloaked in the glistening, glossy hot honey glaze. Remove from heat immediately to keep the crust crunch intact.
Assemble Meal Prep Bowls & Garnish
  1. Divide warm jasmine rice evenly into 4 wide lunch bowls. Arrange roasted caramelized sweet potatoes and charred broccoli florets alongside the rice.
  2. Top generously with glazed crispy hot honey chicken bites. Spoon any remaining pan glaze over the top, then garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm or pack into meal prep containers!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 495kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 38gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 6gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 1420IUVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2.8mg

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