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Hot Honey Chickpea Bowls

Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Chickpea Bowls You'll Love

These Hot Honey Chickpea Bowls combine sweet, spicy, and savory flavors for a delicious, protein-packed meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Cayenne Pepper omit for milder heat
  • optional Crushed Red Pepper adjust based on tolerance
For the Base
  • 1 cup Cooked Brown Rice can replace with white rice or quinoa
For the Toppings
  • 1 stalk Celery chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots shredded or chopped
  • to taste Ranch Dressing vegan version for plant-based
  • to taste Cilantro fresh herb garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet or saucepan over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of avocado oil. Once shimmering, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Drain and rinse your chickpeas before adding them to the skillet. Stir gently to coat and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Whisk together honey, sriracha, salt, and pepper in a bowl. For extra heat, add cayenne and crushed red pepper.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chickpeas in the skillet. Stir gently to coat and simmer for 5-6 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and cool for 3-5 minutes. Serve hot over brown rice, topped with celery, carrots, cilantro, and ranch dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels and prep ahead to save time. Store leftovers properly to maintain texture.

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