Description
This vibrant Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack features juicy chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime glaze, perfectly paired with creamy avocado and fluffy rice. Celebrated for its flavor balance and satisfying textures, this dish is a family favorite that’s quick to make and ideal for dinner. Each layer tantalizes your taste buds, making it a delightful culinary experience that elevates any meal. Embrace this delicious combination, perfect for those seeking a healthy and flavorful option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 avocado
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine honey, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Add chicken breasts and coat evenly.
- Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and reserve the marinade.
- Sauté chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Pour reserved marinade into the same skillet after removing chicken.
- Simmer the marinade until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mash ripe avocados with lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper until creamy but still chunky.
- Begin layering by placing a scoop of rice on each plate followed by sliced chicken drizzled with reduced marinade.
- Top with mashed avocado mixture.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Storage: Store any leftover Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the components separate if possible to maintain freshness, especially the avocado mixture, which can brown quickly.
Reheating: To reheat, gently warm the chicken in a skillet over low heat until heated through. The rice can also be reheated in the microwave. Avoid reheating the avocado mixture, as it is best served fresh to retain its creamy texture.
Serving: Serve the dish immediately after preparation for optimal flavor and texture. Layer the ingredients in a stack on individual plates, starting with rice, followed by chicken, and then the avocado mixture on top to create an appealing presentation.
Chef’s Tip: For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken for longer, ideally 2-4 hours or overnight. Additionally, using ripe avocados will enhance the creaminess of the avocado mixture, making the dish even more delicious.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grill
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 0