Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Healthy Hot Honey Chicken Bowls, inspired by Sweetgreen’s beloved creation. This dish features tender, spicy chicken paired with nutritious quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and a refreshing purple cabbage coleslaw. Topped with a zesty hot honey mustard sauce, this meal is not only delicious but also quick to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. The customizable nature allows you to adjust the spice levels and add your favorite veggies, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, cubed
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1.5 cups shredded carrots
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp hot honey
- ½ Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp hot honey
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- dash black pepper
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup quinoa, dry
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cube chicken and coat it with spices and olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cornstarch, and spices.
- Place chicken and sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- Prepare coleslaw by mixing shredded cabbage and carrots with dressing ingredients.
- Assemble bowls: start with quinoa, add coleslaw, layer on chicken and sweet potatoes, then drizzle hot honey mustard sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg