Best Air Fryer Honey Dijon Mustard Chicken Rice Bowl

And easy-to-make spicy and herbed seasoned air-fried chicken breast with beets, carrots, sweet potato, and onion served with a shaved brussel sprout salad with almonds and cranberries in a honey dijon vinaigrette on brown basmati rice and drizzled with a tahini garlic dressing, making a delicious Chicken Rice Bowl.

Textures and Taste!

Let's go on a culinary journey with this Best Air Fryer Honey Dijon Mustard Chicken Rice Bowl, a tantalizing dish that effortlessly combines savory and sweet notes to create a combination of flavors on your plate.

Picture this: succulent air-fried chicken with a perfect crisp, generously coated in a luscious honey Dijon mustard glaze. Paired with fluffy rice, caramelized root vegetables, and a shaved crispy Brussels sprouts salad, this bowl is a celebration of textures and tastes.

Minimal Effort in Nutrition

The easy recipe requires simple ingredients, making it the best way to elevate your weeknight dinner with minimal effort. What sets this dish apart is not just its deliciousness but also its wholesome nature. Drizzled with a healthy tahini dressing, it adds a nutritious twist to your meal.

As the seasons transition, this recipe is especially perfect for capturing the essence of the time of year, bringing warmth and comfort to your table with every bite. It's time to redefine your dinner routine with this delectable and nourishing creation! So, let's get started.

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Ingredients

Make the Base

First, prepare the brown basmati rice.  Then, make the dressing by combining the honey, whole-grain Dijon mustard, ground black pepper, and kosher salt to make the honey mustard base. 

Make the Salad

Next, divide the base into two bowls and add apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and avocado oil to make the vinaigrette.  Toss in the Brussels sprouts, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries in the dressing, and place in the fridge to chill. 

Make the Dressing

Next, prepare the Tahini Lemon Garlic dressing by combining garlic cloves, parsley leaves, water, tahini paste, some honey mustard base, and oil in the food processor or by whisking them together. 

Make the Chicken and Vegetables

Finally, prepare the chicken and vegetables by making a wet rub of some of the honey mustard base, Cajun Seasoning, Italian herb seasoning, boneless skinless chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, beets, and yellow onions. Then, layer in and cook the vegetables in the air fryer. And later, add and cook the chicken on top.

See the chicken and vegetable Brussels sprout salad recipe card for quantities.

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Instructions

Follow the instructions and cooking tips below using the step-by-step picture guide.

Whisk together the honey and whole-grain Dijon mustard with salt and pepper for a texture-pleasing honey mustard base.

When making the salad dressing, add the oil in slowly to promote emulsification while whisking.  The whisking helps break down the liquid into smaller molecules to blend with the oil.

This rice bowl includes hot and cold components; place the salad in the fridge to chill for a nice crisp texture. Watch here on how to shave Brussels sprouts.

Using a food processor also helps to emulsify ingredients, creating a smooth and creamy dressing.

The wet rub, which includes oil and spices, helps adhere the seasoning to the ingredients while coating them in oil to brown nicely in the air fryer.  Ensure the chicken is dried with a paper towel before adding it to the wet rub.

​Ensure you mix the vegetables and chicken in a large enough bowl.

All pieces of the chicken should be evenly coated in the wet rub.

Next, place the seasoned butterflied chicken on the side and cook the vegetables first.

​To plate up, place the rice, vegetables, chicken, and salad into quarters in the bowl for a pleasing visual before drizzling on the tahini dressing.

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Substitutions

• Brown Basmati Rice - Change it up by using wild rice for a great texture with a crunch.
• Honey - Try pure maple syrup.
• Shaved Brussels Sprouts - Use a cabbage slaw mix if you can't find the shaved Brussels sprout salad mix.
• ​Dried Cranberries - Try dried cherries.
• Tahini Paste - Tahini paste is made from crushed sesame seeds, giving dishes that nutty flavor. Use cashew or almond butter.
• Chicken Breast - Use chicken thighs.

Change Heat Level - Modify the recipe's heat level to your liking and learn more about the Scoville Scale and Chili Pairings.

Variations

• Sauteed Brussels Sprouts - Don't like raw shaved brussel sprouts, quarter and saute them instead, then toss them in the dressing along with the dried cranberries and almonds.  You can also roast them. For quicker cooking, try air fryer Brussels sprouts; just make sure to toss them in oil and season them with salt and pepper.
• Pork Chops - Instead of chicken, use boneless pork chops.
• Oven - Don't have an air fryer? Try the oven using a baking sheet tray.  Layer the chicken and vegetables on a sheet pan with parchment paper and roast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 18 to 25 minutes for a delicious combination of roasted vegetables and chicken.
• Roasted Butternut Squash - Take advantage of adding this beloved squash favorite in the fall and winter.
• More Crunch - Add sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, or pomegranate seeds.

Equipment

• Whisk - Used to combine the honey mustard base, vinaigrette, wet rub, and tahini dressing if not using a food process.  Get the Walfos Silicone Whisk Set that comes in 3 sizes, perfect for nonstick containers.  I actually own the Silicone Whisk set, Walfos 11'' Flat Whisk and 10'' Balloon Whisk, which is great for stirring in nonstick pots.
• Mixing Bowls - You'll need two bowls since you will use the honey mustard base in multiple ways.  Try the Umite Chef Mixing Bowls with Airtight Lids, 6 piece Stainless Steel Metal Nesting Storage Bowls, Non-Slip Bottoms set and never run out of bowls.
• Air Fryer - To cook the chicken and vegetables.  I developed this recipe using the Ninja Foodi 5-in-1 Indoor Electric Grill with Air Fry, Roast, Bake & Dehydrate, a great air fryer with a 6-quart roasting pan.
• Cutting Board - Used to allow the chicken to rest before cutting it.  Always let the chicken rest to keep it moist.  Try the best seller ROYAL CRAFT WOOD Cutting Boards for Kitchen - Bamboo Cutting Board Set of 3.

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Storage

• Refrigerator - To store in the fridge, you can place the chicken, vegetables, and rice in a shallow 2-inch container to cool down quickly. Then, store it with the salad and dressing in airtight containers.  As a result, the meal will last up to three days.
• Freezer - Follow the refrigeration process mentioned above.  Then, place only the chicken, vegetables, and rice in the freezer in a labeled, airtight container.

Air Tight Food Containers - I use Glass Food Storage Containers with a plastic clipping lid to store food.  For example, I always suggest glass storage containers since you can microwave them and hold food without staining the container, and the glass keeps them at a more stable temperature, which keeps the food fresher longer.

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Best Air Fryer Honey Dijon Mustard Chicken Rice Bowl

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Author: Maika

And easy-to-make spicy and herbed seasoned air-fried chicken breast with beets, carrots, sweet potato, and onion served with a shaved brussel sprout salad with almonds and cranberries in a honey dijon vinaigrette on brown basmati rice and drizzled with a tahini garlic dressing.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time35 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Servings 4

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Course: Poultry

Cuisine: European, North American, American, French

Keyword: 45 Minute Meal, Air Fryer, Bowls, chicken, Dinner, Easy, Fall, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Main meal, Mild, Rice, Rice Cooker, Salad, Vegetables, Winter

Calories: 672.63kcal

Ingredients

Rice

• 2 cups cooked basmati rice

Salad and Dressing

• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup whole-grain Dijon mustard
• 1 ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 lemons juiced
• 3 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
• ½ cup sliced almonds
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup avocado oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• ¼ cup parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoon water
• 3 tablespoons tahini paste

Chicken and Vegetables

• 1 ½ tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
• 1 ½ teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts Butterflied (halved lengthwise)
• 1 medium sweet potato medium diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper large dice
• 1 medium beet sliced thin half-moons
• 1 small yellow onion medium diced

Equipment

• Whisk
• Mixing bowls
• Air Fryer
• Cutting Board

Instructions

• Save time in the kitchen: Read the instructions thoroughly, then gather and prep all your ingredients before cooking! Learn Prepping Tips.
• Note: The ingredients' amounts were combined for a readable ingredient list. But don't worry; the simple-to-follow instructions will give you the necessary quantities.
• Make the Rice: Before starting this recipe, make sure to have your rice cooked or started. While the rice cooks, begin the honey mustard base.
• Make the Honey Mustard Base: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, mustard, ground black pepper, and salt. Then, divide the honey mustard base into 2 mixing bowls.
• Make the Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad: In one of the bowls, whisk together the apple cider vinegar and half of the lemon juice while drizzling in ⅓ of the avocado oil. Then, combine the Brussels sprouts, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries well, cover them, and chill them in the fridge.
• Make the Tahini Lemon Garlic Dressing: In the food processor, blend the garlic, parsley leaves, water, remaining lemon juice, tahini paste, and half of the remaining honey mustard base from the second bowl, drizzle in a quarter of the remaining avocado oil while blending. Then chill the Dressing in the fridge.
• Set the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and 20 minutes for the cooking time. Air fryers may vary in temperature and size; set the timer between 20-25 minutes. A 6-quart fryer can hold four servings of this recipe.
• Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: In the bowl with the remaining honey mustard base, combine it with the Cajun seasoning, Italian herb seasoning, and remaining oil. Then mix in the chicken, sweet potato, red bell pepper, beets, and onions.
• Cook the Chicken and Vegetables: Pour the vegetables only into the air fryer basket, spreading them out evenly, and cook for 10 minutes. Then, lay the chicken on top of the vegetables and cook for the remaining 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Prepare the Chicken: Allow the chicken to rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before cutting to allow the juices to redistribute. Then, chop it into large chunks.
• Assemble the Rice Bowl: The following should be divided per serving. Add and spread the rice to the bottom of the bowl—top one-third with the salad, then the vegetables, then the chicken. Finally, drizzle on the dressing.

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Notes

• For a bonus of robust flavor, zest the lemon, too, and add when it asks for lemon juice.
• If not using a food processor, simply use garlic paste or minced garlic, chopped parsley, and whisk it with the rest of the ingredients for the tahini lemon garlic dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 672.63kcal | Carbohydrates: 87.22g | Protein: 24.37g | Fat: 28.58g | Saturated Fat: 3.46g | Cholesterol: 36.16mg | Sodium: 1784.9mg | Fiber: 11.75g | Sugar: 38.6g

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Food safety

• Cook chicken to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food that previously touched raw meat to prevent foodborne illness from contaminated uncooked meats.
• Wash hands after touching raw meat to prevent cross-contamination.
• Don't leave food at room temperature for extended periods; this can breed bacteria.
• Never leave cooking food unattended to prevent burns and fires.
• Use oils with a high smoke point to avoid harmful compounds.
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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