Description
If Sweetgreen’s Hot Honey Chicken Bowl has a chokehold on your lunch routine, you’re not alone—and guess what? You can make it at home, save your wallet, and tweak it exactly how you like. This bowl brings together juicy grilled chicken, warm roasted veggies, crisp greens, fluffy rice, and a drizzle of spicy-sweet hot honey vinaigrette that’ll have you licking the fork clean. It’s got crunch, it’s got heat, it’s got cozy vibes, and it’s shockingly easy to throw together. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or just want to feel like a salad queen, this bowl is here to deliver the goods.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt + pepper to taste
For the Bowl Base:
1 cup cooked brown rice or wild rice blend
2 cups shredded kale or mixed greens
1 cup roasted sweet potatoes (diced and roasted with olive oil, salt, and pepper)
1/2 cup roasted broccoli
1/4 cup pickled red onions (store-bought or homemade)
1/4 cup chopped almonds or sunflower seeds (for crunch)
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
For the Hot Honey Vinaigrette:
2 tbsp honey
1–2 tsp hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot or similar, adjust heat to taste)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt + pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub all over the chicken. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat until cooked through and golden (about 5–6 minutes per side depending on thickness). Let rest, then slice.
Step 2: Roast the Veggies
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes and broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
Step 3: Make the Hot Honey Vinaigrette
In a jar or small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified. Taste and adjust heat level.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowl
In each bowl, layer rice, greens, roasted veggies, and sliced chicken. Top with pickled onions, almonds or seeds, and goat cheese. Drizzle generously with hot honey vinaigrette.
Step 5: Devour Like You Mean It
Grab a fork and go to town. It’s spicy, it’s sweet, it’s savory—basically a full-blown flavor bomb in every bite.
Notes
Serve warm or chilled. Add avocado for extra creaminess or a soft-boiled egg for bonus protein. Want to make it dinner-party fancy? Serve it deconstructed on a platter and let everyone build their own.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~580 kcal per serving
- Fat: ~20g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Protein: ~38g