Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
Indulge in the vibrant and flavorful Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights, a dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with zesty flavors from honey and lime, paired with creamy avocado and fluffy rice, this recipe not only pleases the palate but also makes an eye-catching presentation. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. With a quick preparation time and simple cooking steps, you can enjoy a delightful meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 avocados, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water and cook with chicken broth in a pot according to package instructions.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and grill marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Slice cooked chicken and combine rice with diced avocado, chopped onion, cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the rice salad on plates topped with sliced chicken and garnish with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg