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Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

A vibrant and refreshing meal featuring tender honey-lime grilled chicken stacked over fragrant jasmine rice and topped with a bright avocado-cilantro mix. Fresh, colorful, and perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 limes lime juice
  • 1 lime lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
Topping
  • 1 whole avocado, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Rinse the jasmine rice, then cook it in boiling chicken broth for about 15 minutes or until tender.
  4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove excess marinade and cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side or until it reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest, then slice.
  6. Combine avocado, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil in a bowl.
  7. Assemble the stack by layering rice, sliced chicken, and the avocado mixture.
  8. Serve with lime wedges and extra cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add chili flakes or jalapeño to the avocado mixture. Swap jasmine rice for brown rice or quinoa for a whole-grain variation.