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Fresh Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful stack combining honey lime marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and fragrant rice, perfect for a light dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice (uncooked)
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (for rice)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, substitute parsley if preferred)
  • Salt to taste (for rice)
  • 1 large ripe avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Chili flakes or fresh jalapeño (optional, to taste)
  • Extra lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and turn to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the fridge.
  2. Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice, water or broth, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove rice from heat, fluff with a fork, and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade) and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  5. While chicken cooks, slice avocado and cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice green onions. If desired, finely chop jalapeño or sprinkle chili flakes.
  6. To assemble, layer about 3/4 cup of rice on each plate as the base. Top with sliced chicken, then avocado, tomatoes, and green onions. Repeat layers for a taller stack if desired. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of chili flakes if using.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes to infuse flavor. Rinse rice before cooking to keep it fluffy. Use ripe but firm avocados to maintain stack integrity. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Add lime juice to rice for brightness. For a low-carb option, substitute rice with cauliflower rice. Serve immediately for best avocado color and texture.

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