Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights, a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe features marinated chicken grilled to perfection, layered with creamy avocado and fluffy rice, all brought together by a zesty honey-lime sauce. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a casual weeknight meal, this colorful stack is sure to impress with its delightful taste and fresh ingredients. Quick to prepare and versatile enough for various serving styles, it’s a healthy choice packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 avocados (diced)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cooked through.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 6–7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Allow resting before slicing.
- On a plate or platter, layer rice first. Top with sliced grilled chicken, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg