Hot Honey Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
roasted sweet potatoes, tender chicken, and a tangy hot honey coleslaw. This dish is perfect for preparing in advance and enjoying throughout the week.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
Welcome to the latest installment of my “Meal Prep in One Hour” series! Today, I am excited to share a flavorful and efficient recipe: Hot Honey Chicken Meal Prep Bowls. This dish combines roasted sweet potatoes, tender hot honey-glazed chicken, and a tangy coleslaw, all prepared in under an hour. It’s perfect for those seeking a delicious and time-saving meal prep option.
Tips for this Meal Prep
Tips and Customizations
• Vegetable Variations: Feel free to incorporate other roasted vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, or broccoli to add variety and additional nutrients.
• Grain Addition: For extra fiber and sustenance, consider adding a serving of quinoa, brown rice, or farro to the base of your bowls.
• Spice Level Adjustment: Modify the amount of hot sauce and hot honey to suit your preferred spice tolerance.
• Alternative Proteins: This recipe works well with other proteins like tofu, shrimp, or turkey. Adjust cooking times accordingly to ensure proper doneness.
• Storage Tips: To maintain freshness, store the coleslaw separately and add it to the bowls just before serving.
Meal Prep Efficiency
Preparing this meal within an hour is achievable with strategic multitasking:
• Start with the Sweet Potatoes: Begin by roasting the sweet potatoes, as they require the longest cooking time.
• Simultaneous Chicken Preparation: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, season and cook the chicken in the Instant Pot.
• Coleslaw Assembly: As both the sweet potatoes and chicken are cooking, prepare the coleslaw.
By overlapping these steps, you streamline the cooking process, making it feasible to complete the meal prep in approximately one hour.
Incorporating this Hot Honey Chicken Meal Prep Bowl into your weekly routine not only saves time but also ensures you have a delicious and nutritious meal ready to enjoy. Happy cooking!
Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
Equipment
- pressure cooker or slow cooker
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, diced into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt + pepper to taste
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- salt + pepper to taste
- • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard• Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Hot Honey Coleslaw:
- 6 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup avocado mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp hot honey
- 3 tbsp dijon mustard
- salt + pepper to taste
Let's Make It
- 1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes:• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).• In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.• Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.• Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
- 2. Prepare the Chicken:• Season the chicken breasts with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.• Place the seasoned chicken in an Instant Pot.• Pour the hot honey + hot sauce over the chicken.• Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.• Once cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release.• Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Toss the shredded chicken in the remaining sauce from the pot to keep it moist and flavorful.
- 3. Prepare the Hot Honey Coleslaw:• In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, chopped cilantro, and sliced red onion.• In a separate small bowl, whisk together the avocado mayonnaise, hot honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.• Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture and toss thoroughly to combine.• Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 4. Assemble the Meal Prep Bowls:• Divide the roasted sweet potatoes evenly among your meal prep containers.• Add a portion of shredded hot honey chicken to each container.• Top with a serving of hot honey coleslaw.• Seal the containers and refrigerate. These bowls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To reheat, I just like to reheat it all in the microwave for 2 minutes. Some people don't like warm coleslaw, so you can set it on the side or just remove it and add it to the lid of your container when you go to reheat!
Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories-500
Fat- 20g
Carbohydrates-50g
Protein,~35g
