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Name: Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowls: Easy Healthy Bowl Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons lime zest; 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 2 teaspoons orange zest; 1/3 cup orange juice; 2 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed; 1 tablespoon oil for cooking; 1 cup frozen corn kernels; 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped; 1 cup cooked black beans, drained and rinsed; Juice of 1/2 lime; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2-3 tablespoons hot honey; 2 cups cooked rice; 1 large avocado, sliced or diced; 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese; 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowls: Easy Healthy Bowl Dinner Recipe

June 29, 2026

Let's talk about the bowl that has taken over my kitchen lately. If you're looking for Fresh Bowl Recipes that are both satisfying and nourishing, this Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is about to become your new go-to. It's one of those Easy Whole Foods Meals that comes together quickly but tastes like something from a trendy restaurant. The sweet and spicy chicken, crunchy corn and black bean salsa, and all those fresh toppings create a bowl that's bursting with flavor and texture.

Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowls: Easy Healthy Bowl Dinner Recipe

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Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowls: Easy Healthy Bowl Dinner Recipe

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.8 (85 ratings)

⏱️ Prep: 20 mins 🍳 Cook: 20 mins 🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Marinade & Drizzle

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 teaspoons cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Pinch of cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons lime zest 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 2 teaspoons orange zest 1/3 cup orange juice 2 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2-3 tablespoons hot honey

For the Chicken

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed 1 tablespoon oil (for cooking)

For the Corn Salsa

1 cup frozen corn kernels 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped 1 cup cooked black beans, drained and rinsed Juice of 1/2 lime 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Serving

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime) 1 large avocado, sliced or diced 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Make the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, pepper, cayenne, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, orange zest, orange juice, and Dijon mustard. Remove 1/4 cup of the marinade and set it aside for later.
Marinate the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the bowl with the remaining marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let it marinate while you prepare the other components.
Char the corn: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the frozen corn for 2-3 minutes until it begins to char slightly. Transfer the corn to a bowl and set aside.
Cook the chicken: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat.
Make the corn salsa: While the chicken cooks, finely chop the red onion and combine it in a bowl with the sautéed corn, black beans, juice of half a lime, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir to create the corn salsa.
Make the drizzle sauce: Whisk the reserved 1/4 cup of marinade together with the hot honey to make the drizzle sauce.
Assemble the bowls: Start with a base of warm cooked rice, then top with the baja chicken, corn salsa, avocado slices, grape tomatoes, crumbled cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with the hot honey sauce and serve immediately.