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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Zesty Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for Quick Dinners

Discover the vibrant flavors of Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lime zest
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
For the Avocado Topping
  • 1 medium Avocado (diced)
  • 1/4 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
For Serving
  • 4 wedges Lime

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • resealable bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cook the Jasmine Rice: Rinse the rice, then combine it with chicken broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Rest and Slice the Chicken: Let grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  6. Prepare the Avocado Mix: In a bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil. Toss gently.
  7. Assemble the Dish: On a plate, layer jasmine rice, sliced chicken, and avocado mixture on top.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Serve fresh for optimal texture.

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