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Honey Lime Chicken Bowl: 5-Minute Healthy Meal

  • Author: ava_chapman
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and healthy weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and tangy honey lime sauce, served over grains or greens with creamy avocado.

Ingredients

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  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • Jasmine rice, brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
  • Bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded carrots
  • Neutral oil (avocado or vegetable oil)
  • Green onions, chopped
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil.
  4. Sear chicken thighs in the hot pan for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Prepare grains or vegetables while the chicken finishes cooking.
  7. Slice the chicken and assemble bowls with your chosen base, chicken, avocado, and vegetables.
  8. Drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Chicken thighs are recommended for juiciness, but chicken breasts can be used with reduced cooking time. Slice avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Store chicken and sauce separately from avocado and greens for meal prep to maintain freshness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl per serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 22
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 35

Keywords: honey lime chicken, chicken bowl, healthy dinner, quick meals, meal prep, avocado chicken, gluten-free options

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