Hot Honey Chicken Bowl (Print Version)

Nourishing bowl with spiced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, crisp slaw, quinoa, and zesty honey mustard dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

08 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Quinoa

12 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
13 - 2 cups water
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Red Cabbage Slaw

15 - 2 cups shredded red cabbage
16 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
17 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
18 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
19 - 1 teaspoon honey
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Hot Honey Mustard Dressing

21 - 3 tablespoons honey
22 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
23 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce
24 - 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
25 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
26 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.
03 - Bring 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan. Add rinsed quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
04 - In a mixing bowl, toss chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
05 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
06 - In a bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes to soften.
07 - In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Divide cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, cooked chicken, and red cabbage slaw. Drizzle generously with hot honey mustard dressing and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The dressing provides the perfect sweet and spicy kick.
  • It is naturally gluten-free and packed with 32g of protein per serving.
  • Great for meal prep as the elements hold up well for several days.
  • Colorful ingredients provide a wide range of nutrients and textures.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the quinoa; it removes the natural coating called saponin which can taste bitter.
  • Let the slaw sit while you cook the rest of the meal to allow the cabbage to soften slightly in the vinegar.
  • Always check labels on prepared mustard and hot sauce to ensure they meet your specific dietary needs regarding allergens or gluten.
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