Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies
Indulge in a vibrant Honey Pepper Chicken Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies—a perfect fusion of sweet and savory that promises to brighten your weeknight dinners or meal prep sessions. This dish showcases succulent chicken glazed in a rich honey pepper sauce, complemented by sautéed red bell peppers, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all served atop fluffy white rice. Bursting with color and nutrition, this hearty bowl is not only delicious but incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy families or anyone seeking a quick yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
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 cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and combine honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir well. Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for about 12 minutes until thickened. Return chicken to pan to coat in glaze.
- Sauté sliced bell pepper and spinach until just tender (2-3 minutes).
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice with glazed chicken, sautéed veggies, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Serve warm or cool for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg