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Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack

Zesty Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack for Quick Nights

Experience vibrant layers of flavor in this Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack, perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breast Can substitute with chicken thighs
  • ¼ cup Honey Agave syrup can be used
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Swap with smoked paprika for a different flavor
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can substitute with basmati or brown rice
For the Avocado Mix
  • 1 whole Avocado Ripe, diced
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely chopped, optional
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
For Grilling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can also be used
  • 1 each Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create a luscious marinade. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water to remove excess starch, promoting fluffiness. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of chicken broth for extra depth of flavor. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the hot grill, cooking them for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Once grilled, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
  5. While the chicken is resting, dice 1 ripe avocado into small cubes. In a mixing bowl, add the diced avocado along with finely chopped red onion and fresh cilantro. Gently toss the mixture together.
  6. To create your Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack, start by spooning a generous layer of the fluffy jasmine rice onto a plate. Top the rice with sliced grilled chicken, spread the avocado mix over the chicken, and finish with an extra squeeze of lime.
  7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness and enjoy your delicious meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor. Rinse rice for fluffiness before cooking. Ensure avocado is perfectly ripe before use.

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