Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowl Recipe | High Protein, Low Carb Meal

BAJA HOT HONEY CHICKEN BOWL

PER SERVING: 485 calories, 47g protein per serving using my Kaizen Food Company Kaizen rice, or 555 cals and 31 grams protein using white rice.

�This is a super high protein meal that hits all the right spots. Its a little sweet, a little spicy with all the right creamy and crunchy textures.

I used my high protein Kaizen rice here, but use regular rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice depending on your goals.

Ingredients:

1 lb (~2.5 cups) cooked/grilled or air-fried chicken, diced

1/4 cup sugar-free (or regular) honey�2 tbsp sriracha

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 cup shredded green cabbage

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Handful chopped cilantro or green onion

1 avocado, sliced

1 bag (8 oz) Kaizen rice, cooked in salted water

Chipotle Lime Protein Crema:

1/2 cup thick Greek yogurt

2 tbsp mayo

Juice of 2 limes

1/2 tbsp chili lime seasoning

1/2 tsp chipotle powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

Here is how to make it:

1.For the hot honey: Use bottled, or make my macro-friendly at home option: Just add 1/4 cup sugar-free honey, 2 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp soy sauce to a pan on low heat. Stir for about a minute until combined.

2.Add cooked or grilled diced chicken (or rotisserie) to a bowl. Toss your diced chicken in the sauce until fully coated.

3.Make the slaw: combine shredded cabbage, red onion, and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Make sure its super thinly sliced, this is important.

4.Make the protein crema: Blend or shake together the yogurt, mayo, lime juice, seasonings, and spices until smooth. Add half of it to the slaw and toss well. We’ll use the other half to drizzle on a tablespoon or so later.

5.Cook your base. I used my Kaizen low-carb rice, but regular rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice all work.

6.Build your bowl with rice, chicken, slaw, avocado, and any toppings you like.

7.Drizzle on more crema, sprinkle sesame seeds, top with extra herbs, and dig in.

ENJOY!

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If you're looking for a flavorful, protein-packed meal that won't derail your low-carb or keto lifestyle, the Baja Hot Honey Chicken Bowl is a fantastic option. I love that this recipe combines the perfect balance of spicy and sweet with the hot honey sauce, while the chipotle lime crema adds a creamy, zesty finish that elevates the entire dish. One thing I’ve found particularly helpful is experimenting with different rice bases depending on your dietary goals. The original recipe suggests Kaizen high-protein rice, but swapping in cauliflower rice works wonderfully if you want to keep carbs ultra-low. Quinoa can be a good alternative if you want additional fiber and nutrients. Each variation slightly changes the texture and nutrition but keeps the dish satisfying and wholesome. Additionally, thinly slicing the cabbage and onions for the slaw dramatically improves the crunch and overall mouthfeel, which I initially underestimated. The freshness from the cilantro or green onions really brightens the bowl, so I always double the herbs for extra flavor. Making the hot honey at home with sugar-free honey and sriracha allows control over sweetness and spice levels, which I always tweak based on my mood or who's eating. The sauce beautifully coats the diced chicken, ensuring every bite bursts with that signature hot-sweet punch. Finally, this bowl is super easy to meal prep in advance. Just keep the components separate and assemble when ready, drizzling on the protein crema last to keep everything fresh and creamy. It’s a great go-to meal for busy weeks when you want nutritious, high-protein food without sacrificing taste or texture.