Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl with Rice, Broccoli & Roasted Butternut Squash
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Honey Garlic Chicken Bowl with Rice, Broccoli & Roasted Butternut Squash. This delightful meal combines juicy chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, fluffy rice, crisp steamed broccoli, and caramelized butternut squash for a satisfying dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this wholesome bowl is packed with nutritious ingredients and can easily be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy the burst of colors and flavors that make every bite special!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking, Skillet Cooking, Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup butternut squash, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook cubed chicken until golden brown. Stir in minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer until well-coated.
- Steam or blanch broccoli for about 3–4 minutes until bright green.
- Assemble the bowl by layering cooked rice at the base, topped with roasted squash, steamed broccoli, and glazed chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg