Create a Delectable Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack Today!
A delightful fusion of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors all nestled together in a visually appealing stack. This recipe is a nutritious and satisfying meal that combines juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and fragrant cilantro-lime rice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing.
3. In a bowl, toss the cooked rice with the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
4. In another bowl, gently toss the avocado slices with the lime juice, salt, and pepper.
5. On a plate, layer the cilantro lime rice at the bottom, then add the sliced avocado on top. Finally, place the sliced honey lime chicken over the avocado.
Notes
Garnish with extra lime zest or cilantro if desired. Serve warm for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, avocado, rice, healthy