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Spicy honey garlic chicken

Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls with Avocado and Veggies


  • Author: Julia Hart
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A healthy, flavorful bowl made with tender spicy honey garlic chicken, roasted zucchini, squash, carrots, creamy avocado, and a base of rice or quinoa.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil

  • 3 tbsp honey

  • 2 tbsp sriracha (or hot sauce)

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)

  • Pinch of crushed red pepper (optional)

  • 1 zucchini, sliced

  • 1 summer squash, sliced

  • 1 cup shredded carrots

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa

  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

  • Optional: healthy ranch dressing


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Cook rice or quinoa if not already prepped.

  • Slice veggies and set aside.

  • Sear chicken in avocado oil 3–4 minutes per side. Remove from pan.

  • Mix sauce: honey, sriracha, garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne (optional). Reserve 2 tbsp.

  • Add veggies to skillet, nestle chicken on top, pour sauce over.

  • Bake 18–22 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.

  • Cube chicken, toss with reserved sauce.

  • Assemble bowls with grain, veggies, chicken, avocado, lime, and optional ranch.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa with cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.

  • Use halal-certified ingredients if needed.

  • Adjust heat level to taste.

  • Great for meal prep—stores well for up to 4 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Bowl Meals
  • Method: Sear + Bake
  • Cuisine: Fusion, American-Inspired