Honey-Lime Glazed Chicken Rice Bowl

A hearty layered bowl with fluffy rice, seasoned black beans and corn, creamy avocado, and juicy chicken coated in a glossy sweet-spicy glaze.

Ingredients — 4 servings

Chicken

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts — about 500–600 g
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Honey-Lime Glaze

3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp ketchup or tomato paste
1 tsp minced garlic
½ tsp chili flakes — optional
1 tsp olive oil

Rice & Toppings

2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup sweet corn
2 ripe avocados
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
¼ tsp salt
1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

Cook the rice: Prepare the rice according to the package directions and keep warm.
Season chicken: Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through. Chicken should reach 165°F/74°C internally.
Make the glaze: Mix honey, lime juice, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, chili flakes, and olive oil.
Glaze: Lower the heat and pour the sauce over the chicken. Turn the chicken several times and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce becomes thick, shiny, and caramelized.
Prepare avocado: Mash the avocados roughly with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Leave some chunks for texture.
Warm toppings: Briefly warm the black beans and corn in the skillet or microwave.
Build the bowl: Pack warm rice into the bottom of each serving bowl. Add black beans and corn, followed by the avocado.
Add chicken: Slice the glazed chicken and arrange it generously on top.
Finish: Drizzle with any remaining glaze and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nut & Allergen Information

Nuts: The basic recipe is nut-free.
Peanuts: None intentionally included.
Tree nuts: None intentionally included.
Dairy: Naturally dairy-free.
Eggs: None.
Gluten: Soy sauce usually contains wheat, so use certified gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free bowl.
Soy: Contains soy if regular soy sauce is used.
Sesame: Not included, but check packaged ingredients for cross-contact warnings.
Honey: Contains honey; replace with maple syrup for a vegan-style glaze, although chicken would also need to be replaced.

Nutrition — approximate per serving

With the recipe divided into 4 servings:

Calories: ~700–750 kcal
Protein: ~40–45 g
Carbohydrates: ~85–95 g
Fat: ~22–26 g
Fiber: ~12–15 g
Sugar: ~15–20 g
Sodium: ~800–1,000 mg

Actual nutrition varies with the size of the chicken breasts, amount of avocado, rice type, and brands of soy sauce and other ingredients.

Quick Q&A

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Boneless skinless thighs are especially juicy and work very well with the glaze.

Can I make it less sweet?
Yes. Reduce the honey to 1½–2 tbsp and add extra lime juice.

Can I make it spicy?
Add cayenne, chili flakes, jalapeño, or your favorite hot sauce.

Can I use brown rice?
Absolutely. Brown rice adds more fiber and a nuttier flavor.

Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes. Cook the chicken, rice, beans, and corn ahead of time. Store the avocado separately and assemble when serving.

How do I keep the avocado green?
Mix it with fresh lime juice and keep it covered tightly in the refrigerator.

Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Use gluten-free tamari instead of regular soy sauce and verify all packaged ingredients.

Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes. The recipe is naturally dairy-free.

How do I get the glossy chicken shown in the picture?
Don’t add the glaze too early. Cook the chicken first, then reduce the glaze in the skillet for the final 2–3 minutes until thick and shiny.

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