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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for Busy Weeknights

Enjoy this Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, a vibrant and healthy dish, perfect for busy nights and adaptable for various diets.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Consider using agave syrup for a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Use 1/4 tsp garlic powder as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Smoked paprika can serve as an alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be used for more juiciness
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Avocado oil is a great high-heat substitute
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Basmati or cauliflower rice can be substituted
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works as a vegetarian substitute
For the Avocado Salsa
  • 1 medium Avocado A bean-based salsa can be used for a different profile
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Green onions can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Parsley can be used if cilantro isn’t preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice A touch of salt enhances all flavors

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken breasts in the marinade for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Combine with chicken broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add reserved marinade to the skillet and bring to a boil. Allow to bubble for 2-3 minutes until it thickens into a glaze.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently to avoid mashing the avocado.
  6. To assemble, layer rice into a cylinder, top with avocado salsa, add chicken slices, and drizzle with thickened glaze. Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and allow the chicken to rest after cooking for optimal juiciness.

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