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Hot Honey Chicken Bowl – Sweet, Spicy, and Savory in Every Bite

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A spicy-sweet bowl with crispy chicken, sticky hot honey sauce, tender rice, and vibrant veggies — a balanced, comforting meal with a kick.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1/2 cup cornstarch

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Oil for frying

Hot Honey Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup honey

  • 2 tbsp hot sauce (like Frank’s or sriracha)

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Bowl Base & Toppings:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix

  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions

  • Sliced cucumber, avocado, green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, and a pinch of salt in a shallow bowl.

  3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture until fully coated.

  4. Fry in hot oil (medium-high heat) for 4–5 minutes per side until crispy and golden. Drain.

  5. In a saucepan, melt butter, then stir in honey, hot sauce, vinegar, and chili flakes. Simmer 1–2 minutes.

  6. Assemble bowls: rice, slaw, crispy chicken, drizzle hot honey sauce, top with veggies and garnish.

Notes

  • Air fryer option: Cook chicken at 390°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.

  • Store components separately and reheat chicken in oven for crispness.

  • Use cauliflower rice or tofu for diet-friendly swaps.

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