Description
Cajun Honey Chicken Bowls are a delicious fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate your dinner experience. Featuring tender chicken glazed in honey and Cajun spices, this dish is served over a bed of fluffy rice and topped with vibrant vegetables for added crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these bowls are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to indulge in a delightful culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Chop the bell peppers and slice the onion.
- In a bowl, marinate chicken breasts with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F/74°C).
- Remove chicken from skillet; sauté onions and bell peppers in the same pan until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Whisk honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a bowl; pour into skillet with veggies.
- Slice cooked chicken and return to skillet; toss everything to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg