Honey Garlic Chicken & Rice with Feta Sauce and Roasted Cranberries
This Honey Garlic Chicken & Rice Bowl is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Juicy Chicken is coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze, served over fluffy Rice, paired with tart roasted Cranberries, and finished with a creamy Feta Cheese sauce.It’s a unique, comforting meal ideal for weeknight dinners or special meal prep bowls.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: ~45 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
Honey Garlic Chicken
2 chicken breasts (cubed or whole)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper
Rice
1 cup rice
2 cups water or broth
Pinch of salt
Roasted Cranberries
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
Pinch of salt
Feta Sauce
½ cup Greek Yogurt
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
1 small garlic clove
Salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
chopped parsley
sliced cucumber
toasted nuts (almonds or walnuts)
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
Cook rice with water and salt.
Simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Set aside.
2. Roast the Cranberries
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss cranberries with olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt.
Roast for 12–15 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
3. Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add chicken and cook until lightly golden.
Add garlic, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook for 5–7 minutes until chicken is cooked through and coated in a sticky glaze.
4. Make the Feta Sauce
Blend or whisk together:
Greek yogurt
feta
lemon juice
olive oil
garlic
salt and pepper
Mix until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble the Bowl
Divide rice into bowls.
Top with honey garlic chicken and roasted cranberries.
Drizzle generously with feta sauce.
6. Serve
Garnish with parsley, cucumber, or nuts for extra texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use dried cranberries?
Yes, but they won’t roast the same—soak them in warm water first for better texture.
Can I make it healthier?
Use brown rice and low-fat yogurt, and reduce honey slightly.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes! Store for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Replace feta sauce with tahini or dairy-free yogurt sauce.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~460 kcal
Protein: ~34 g
Carbohydrates: ~45 g
Fiber: ~3 g
Fat: ~16 g
Sodium: ~420 mg