Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, a dish that harmoniously blends tender honey-glazed chicken with creamy avocado and zesty cilantro rice. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant meal is not only visually appealing but also packed with healthy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- ¼ cup fresh coriander, chopped
- 2 ripe avocados
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts to the marinade and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- In a separate bowl, combine cooked rice with coriander and lime juice; season with salt.
- Layer cilantro rice on serving plates; top with sliced chicken and avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg