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Honey BBQ Grilled Chicken Dinner Bowl Your New Favorite!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and healthy bowl combining grilled honey BBQ chicken with rice, beans, corn, and fresh toppings for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (patted dry)
  • 0.5 cup honey BBQ sauce (divided, for marinating and basting)

Grains

  • 2 cups white rice or brown rice or quinoa or cauliflower rice (cooked and fluffed)

Canned Goods

  • 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 can corn (thawed if frozen)

Vegetables & Fruits

  • 0.25 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 piece avocado (sliced)

Optional Toppings

  • to taste lime juice (optional)
  • to taste cotija cheese (optional)
  • to taste pickled jalapeños (optional)

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with half of the honey BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Grill chicken 5-8 minutes per side until cooked through, basting with reserved sauce during the last few minutes. Rest and slice.
  • Prepare toppings: rinse beans, thaw corn, dice onion, chop cilantro, and slice avocado.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, sliced chicken, beans, corn, onion, avocado, and optional toppings. Drizzle with extra honey BBQ sauce and garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, brush the chicken with additional honey BBQ sauce during grilling.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ, chicken, healthy