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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

A comforting dish that combines sweet honey, tangy lime, and creamy avocado over a bed of rice, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, sliced Organic is recommended for better taste
  • 1/4 cup honey Use local honey for best flavor
  • 2 pieces limes, juiced Squeeze directly into the bowl and wear an apron!
  • Salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper Maldon sea salt recommended for extra flavor
For the Rice
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice Prepare according to package instructions
For Assembly
  • 1 piece avocado, diced Can be eaten straight from the skin if peckish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish fresh cilantro Optional but enhances presentation

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss until chicken is coated and let it sit for about 20-30 minutes.
Cook the Rice
  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions using a 1:2 ratio of rice to water.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, add a bit of oil, and cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Assemble the Stack
  1. Layer cooked rice at the bottom of a bowl or plate, add cooked chicken on top, then diced avocado, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Sprinkle additional lime juice and a pinch of salt over the stack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

If out of honey, maple syrup can be used as a substitute. Leftovers are great for wraps the next day.
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