Delicious Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack You’ll Love
This Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a refreshing and healthy twist on weeknight dinners.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Grill
- medium saucepan
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts great for grilling
- ¼ cup honey adds sweetness
- 2 limes juice fresh for best flavor
- 1 lime zest enhances flavor
- 2 cloves minced garlic adds aromatic richness
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds warmth
- salt and pepper to taste
Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice provides a beautiful base
- 2 cups chicken broth infuses flavor
Avocado Mixture
- 1 piece avocado diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil to blend flavors
Serving
- lime wedges for added zing
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt and pepper. Whisk together until the honey dissolves.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or dish, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water, then simmer in chicken broth for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes per side, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In a separate bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped red onion, cilantro, and olive oil. Toss gently.
- Assemble by layering rice, grilled chicken, and avocado mixture on a plate.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best flavor. Customize the stack with extras like corn or black beans.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg