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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack Recipe

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack Recipe
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This Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a fresh and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts marinated in a tangy honey lime blend, paired with fluffy jasmine rice and creamy avocado. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, it’s a vibrant and healthy meal that combines sweet, citrusy, and savory flavors with a pop of freshness from cilantro.

Ingredients

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For the Marinade and Chicken

  • 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Rice and Assembly

  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
  3. Cook the Rice: While the chicken marinates, cook 1 cup of jasmine rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and set it aside to keep warm.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
  5. Assemble the Stack: On each plate, place a layer of cooked jasmine rice, then top with diced avocado and sliced honey lime chicken. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top for added color and freshness.
  6. Serve: Serve the stacks immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for additional citrus flavor, if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.
  • Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture.
  • Jasmine rice can be substituted with basmati or brown rice if preferred.
  • To make this dish gluten free, ensure all marinade ingredients are gluten free.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and consumed within 2 days; reheat the chicken and rice separately to maintain texture.

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Keywords: honey lime chicken, avocado rice stack, grilled chicken recipe, healthy chicken dinner, easy chicken dinner, jasmine rice, fresh cilantro, honey lime marinade

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