This honey lime chicken recipe paired with sweet potatoes and asparagus make a satisfying lunch that you won’t get bored with. I highly recommend adding the honey-lime marinade to your bag of quick kitchen tricks. Chances are, if you love it on chicken, you’ll love it on pork, salmon, or shrimp, for example.

Chicken Bowls are such a great choice for meal prep because they store and reheat well. Some of my faves include Chicken Shawarma Bowl with Hummus and Veggies, this Chicken Burrito Bowl, and today’s Honey Lime Chicken With Asparagus And Sweet Potatoes!

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Why We Love Chicken

Someone once told me that you only need to be able to cook one legitimate thing to be considered “good” in the kitchen. While that sounds a little crazy, it’s where it starts, and it’s where we get confidence. (And no, toast doesn’t count—ha ha!).

For me, it’s chicken.

Until college, I basically only ate breaded chicken, grilled cheese, and pizza. My mom would get me to eat salad sometimes by putting honey on it. No joke.

So naturally, when I started cooking I felt most comfortable making chicken on the stove or in the oven. It took me a long time to figure out exactly how to make it taste good. (No, I never really read recipes). The secret is in the sauce, my friends. For real, making tasty chicken is all about the marinade.

Marinating chicken doesn’t have to be a 4-hour long thing, either. In fact, the shorter the better. Despite what you might think, sometimes a longer marinade doesn’t help the texture. (For example, if there is a lot of acidity in the marinade. It can actually work against you.

If you plan on using a marinade, you just need to make sure that’s the first thing you do when making a meal. For example: Marinate first, then prep, then cook.

This honey lime chicken recipe cost less than $9 to make and requires the simplest ingredients.

Pro tip: Asparagus can be hard to eat out of a Tupperware so it might be a good idea to cut the spears in half either before or after cooking! Keep in mind, you can also use green beans or sugar snap peas in this recipe and it would work well–and save you some struggle with meal prep containers, perhaps!)

Ingredients

To make these Honey Lime Chicken with Asparagus and Sweet Potatoes bowls, you will need:

For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, and ground cumin. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Roast the Vegetables:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the cubed sweet potatoes and asparagus pieces on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Then, add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the cooked quinoa among four meal prep containers. Top with cooked chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and asparagus.
- Garnish with lime wedges.

Gentle Nutrition Tips

For intuitive eaters, these Honey Lime Chicken bowls focus on providing a balanced meal that nourishes both your body and soul:

Listen to Your Hunger and Fullness Cues: Basically, enjoy these bowls when you’re hungry and eat until you’re comfortably full. There’s no need to stress about portion sizes; trust your body to tell you what it needs.
Enjoy a Variety of Foods: These bowls offer a great mix of protein, whole grains, and colorful vegetables, ensuring you get a range of nutrients without having to think about it.
Savor the Flavor: Take time to enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of the honey lime sauce. Remember, eating mindfully can enhance your satisfaction and overall eating experience.

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Final Thoughts about Honey Lime Chicken

Basically, Honey Lime Chicken with Asparagus and Sweet Potatoes bowls are not only delicious but also a practical meal prep solution that can save you time and keep you on budget. Give this recipe a try, and enjoy a week of flavorful, nutritious lunches. Remember, intuitive eating is about finding joy and satisfaction in your meals without the stress of strict dieting rules.

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