Delicious Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Stack for Your Dinner Nights

A tangy and sweet dish that transforms simple chicken into a spectacular meal, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken dinner, Citrus chicken, easy weeknight meals, Freezer-friendly recipes, Healthy chicken recipes, Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Stack

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

Grill
medium bowl
Zip-top bag
Grill Pan

Ingredients

For the Marinade

¼ cup Honey
¼ cup Fresh lime juice Aim for fresh limes for the best taste
¼ cup Soy sauce
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 teaspoon Ground cumin
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black pepper

For the Chicken and Toppings

4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup Chopped fresh cilantro For garnish
1 medium Avocado Sliced
2 cups Cooked rice As base for the stack
2 pieces Lime wedges For serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Place the chicken breasts in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish, then pour the prepared marinade over them.
Ensure the chicken is evenly coated by sealing the bag and gently tossing or turning the dish. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours.
While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it onto the hot grill; cook for 6 to 7 minutes on one side.
Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 5 to 6 minutes until cooked through.
Let the grilled chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Slice the grilled chicken breasts and layer them over a generous bed of cooked rice on a serving plate.
Top the chicken with sliced avocado and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, serving lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours. Always allow chicken to rest after grilling before slicing to retain juiciness.

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