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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

A vibrant dish featuring grilled chicken, jasmine rice, and a creamy avocado mix, all enhanced with honey and lime.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 2 pieces Juice of limes
  • 1 piece Zest of lime
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
For the Avocado Mixture
  • 1 piece Avocado, diced
  • ¼ cup Red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
For Serving
  • Lime wedges

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, the juice and zest of limes, minced garlic, and ground cumin. Add salt and pepper to taste and whisk until glossy.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a plastic bag or dish, pour marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil, add rice, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat grill over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  6. In a bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and mix gently.
  7. To assemble, place rice as the base, top with grilled chicken slices, and add the avocado mixture on top.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor. Use ripe avocados and fresh cilantro for the best taste.

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