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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for Quick Comfort

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Juicy, lean protein
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Keeps chicken moist
  • 2 pieces Limes Zest and juice for marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Sweetener for marinade
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds warmth
  • 1 pinch Salt To taste
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper To taste
For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Cooked White/Jasmine Rice Light and fluffy
For the Toppings
  • 2 pieces Avocados Diced, added fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro Chopped for freshness
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes Optional, finely chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet or Grill Pan
  • measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together marinade ingredients in a bowl: olive oil, lime zest and juice, honey, minced garlic, cumin, and salt and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the marinade for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Prepare cooked white or jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  4. Heat a skillet or grill pan and add olive oil to sear the chicken.
  5. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  7. Dice avocados and toss with salt and cilantro just before serving.
  8. Assemble the stack with rice at the bottom, topped with chicken, seasoned avocado, and optional cherry tomatoes.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, store chicken and rice in separate containers and add avocado before serving to avoid browning.

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