Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, a delightful dish that combines grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime blend, layered over fluffy jasmine rice, and topped with a fresh avocado mixture. This colorful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, pleasing both the palate and the eye. Each bite delivers a burst of freshness from ripe avocados and cilantro, making it a family favorite. Whether served as a stack, in tacos, or as part of a salad, this recipe adapts to suit your style, ensuring a satisfying experience every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice and zest, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper for the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Rinse jasmine rice until clear. Boil chicken broth in a medium saucepan; add rice and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Mix diced avocado with red onion and cilantro in a bowl.
- Assemble by layering rice on plates topped with sliced chicken and avocado mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg