Copycat SweetGreen Hot Honey Chicken Bowl

A Flavor-Packed, Nutritious Delight for Your Taste Buds

If you're a fan of SweetGreen's Hot Honey Chicken Bowl, you're in for a treat! This copycat recipe brings all the flavors you love right into your kitchen. It's packed with nutritious ingredients and bursts of flavor, perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week. Let’s dive into making this delicious bowl step by step. I took this an extra step to avoid the sugar and used sugar-free honey from Wholesome Yum.

Ingredients:

For the Blackened Chicken:

• 2 pounds chicken breast or thighs

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 2 teaspoons chili powder

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• ½ heaping teaspoon cumin

• ½ teaspoon coriander

• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

• 2 tablespoons mayo (I love Primal Kitchen’s mayo)

For the Sweet Potatoes:

• 1 pound sweet potatoes

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon chili powder

• ½ teaspoon nutritional yeast

For the Hot Honey Dressing:

• ¼ cup olive oil

• ¼ cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons sugar-free honey or sugar-free syrup (ChocZero, Wholesome Yum, Maple Grove Farms are great options)

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Cabbage-Carrot Slaw:

• 4 cups cabbage, thinly sliced

• 1 ½ cups shredded carrot

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 tablespoon sugar-free honey or sugar-free syrup

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• Juice of a lime

Directions:

Blackened Chicken:

1. Prep the Chicken: Start by preheating your skillet to medium-high. In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt, chili powder, black pepper, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes.

2. Marinate: Coat the chicken breasts or thighs with the mixture, ensuring they are fully covered. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes up to overnight for best flavor.

3. Cook: Sear the chicken on both sides until blackened and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.

Sweet Potatoes:

1. Prep the Potatoes: Pre-heat your oven to 400 F. While the chicken is marinating, peel and cube the sweet potatoes.

2. Season: Toss the sweet potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and nutritional yeast.

3. Roast: Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy on the edges.

Hot Honey Dressing:

1. Mix: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, sugar-free honey (or sugar-free syrup), apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes until well combined. Set aside.

Cabbage-Carrot Slaw:

1. Combine: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrots.

2. Dress: In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar-free honey (or sugar-free syrup), apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, dried parsley, black pepper, and lime juice.

3. Toss: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots, tossing to coat evenly.

Assemble the Bowl:

1. Layer: In a serving bowl, start with a base of roasted sweet potatoes.

2. Add Chicken: Top with slices of the blackened chicken.

3. Slaw: Add a generous scoop of the cabbage-carrot slaw.

4. Drizzle: Finish with a drizzle of the hot honey dressing.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Blackened Chicken: Packed with protein and flavor, the chicken provides essential amino acids and a hearty main component.

• Sweet Potatoes: Rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants, sweet potatoes add a sweet, nutritious base.

• Hot Honey Dressing: This dressing adds a perfect spicy-sweet balance while being a source of healthy fats and vitamins.

• Cabbage-Carrot Slaw: Full of crunch and color, this slaw is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a refreshing and healthy addition.

Enjoy this delightful, nutritious bowl that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds and keep you energized throughout the day. Whether you're a fan of SweetGreen or just looking for a new, tasty meal, this hot honey chicken bowl is a must-try!

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Happy cooking! -Kev The Dietitian