Flavorful Honey Chipotle Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
This recipe outlines how to prepare Flavorful Honey Chipotle Chicken Meal Prep Bowls, perfect for healthy and convenient meals throughout the week.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- large skillet
- meal prep containers
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotles
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For the Bowls (suggested)
- 3 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels frozen or canned, drained
- 1/2 red onion finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Optional Garnishes
- Avocado slices
- ranch or sour cream A drizzle of
- lime wedges Extra for serving
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Whisk together honey, adobo sauce, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Add chicken pieces, toss to coat, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-6 minutes per side until cooked through and caramelized; cook in batches if necessary.
- Remove cooked chicken from skillet and set aside.
Prepare Bowl Components
- While chicken cooks, prepare rice or quinoa as directed, and rinse and drain black beans and corn.
- Dice red onion and chop cilantro.
Assemble the Bowls
- Divide cooked rice or quinoa among meal prep containers, then top each with honey chipotle chicken.
Add Your Toppings
- Arrange black beans, corn, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in separate sections of each bowl.
Chill and Store
- Allow bowls to cool completely before covering and refrigerating; store in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days.
Serve
- Reheat gently in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- Add optional garnishes like avocado slices, sour cream, or extra lime wedges before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to ensure the flavors fully meld. When cooking the chicken, avoid overcrowding the pan to allow for proper caramelization. These meal prep bowls are perfect for busy weekdays and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or grains. Remember to cool the bowls completely before storing them in the refrigerator to prevent condensation and maintain freshness.