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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Make these fresh and healthy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stacks! Features tender marinated chicken, zesty cilantro-lime rice, and creamy avocado

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • (Implied: 1 tbsp Olive oil for cooking chicken if using skillet)

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup uncooked rice yields approx. 2-3 cups cooked (Recipe calls for 2 cups cooked)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt to taste

For the Avocado Layer:

  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

(Note on Dressing: Reserve some marinade before adding raw chicken, OR make a little extra dressing separately if desired for drizzling.)

These quantities typically make about 2-4 stacks/bowls depending on portion size.

Have rice cooked before starting the chicken

Instructions

Let’s build these vibrant stacks component by component:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon lime zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Important: Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of this mixture in a separate small bowl before adding the raw chicken, if you plan to drizzle extra dressing at the end.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the main bowl with the remaining marinade. Turn to coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature (or longer in the fridge).

2. Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess marinade that touched raw chicken). Place the marinated chicken on the hot grill or skillet.
  • Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and no longer pink in the center. Cooking time will vary based on breast thickness.
  • Remove the cooked chicken from the heat and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes. After resting, slice the chicken into strips or cubes.

3. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Rice:

  • While the chicken rests, prepare the rice. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked rice (warm or room temperature), chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and salt to taste. Mix well until combined.

4. Prepare the Avocado:

  • In a separate small bowl, gently toss the avocado slices with 1 tablespoon lime juice, salt, and pepper. This helps prevent browning and adds flavor.

5. Assemble the Stack:

  • On individual serving plates or in shallow bowls, begin layering:
    • Start with a base layer of the cilantro-lime rice.
    • Arrange slices of the cooked honey-lime chicken over the rice.
    • Top the chicken with the prepared avocado slices.

6. Drizzle and Serve:

  • Drizzle the reserved honey-lime dressing (the portion that did not touch raw chicken) over the assembled stack, if desired.
  • Serve your Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack immediately!

A fresh, beautiful meal assembled in minutes

Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/honey-lime-chicken-avocado-rice-stack/