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Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack You'll Love

Discover the vibrant flavors of Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, a perfect dish for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Lime zest Essential for enhancing flavor profile.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can be replaced with garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Rice and Avocado Mix
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice Can be replaced with basmati rice.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Water can replace broth if necessary.
  • 1 medium Avocado Use at ripe stage.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Finely chopped, can be swapped with scallions.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Optional based on your preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Final Touch
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges For garnish.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Grill
  • Medium saucepan
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Making the Marinade
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. The mixture should be smooth and fragrant, with the honey fully dissolved.
Marinating Chicken
  1. Place chicken breasts into a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over, ensuring each piece is coated.
  2. Seal the bag tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Preparing Rice
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with chicken broth and a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until rice is fluffy.
Preheating Grill
  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Grilling Chicken
  1. Remove chicken from the bag and shake off excess marinade.
  2. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Mixing Avocado
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, and olive oil.
  2. Gently fold ingredients together, being careful not to mash the avocado.
Assembling Stack
  1. Start with a layer of jasmine rice on a plate, top with grilled chicken, and finish with avocado mix.
Serving
  1. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes and serve immediately after preparing the avocado mix to avoid browning.

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