Description
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack layers juicy, honey-lime marinated chicken over creamy avocado rice for a meal that’s anything but boring! It’s perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or impressing your guests — sweet, tangy, savory, and irresistibly good!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/4 cup honey
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Rice:
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1 cup white or brown rice
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2 cups water or chicken broth
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 ripe avocado, diced
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon lime zest
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly:
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1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
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Lime wedges (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
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Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill or cook for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Make the Avocado Rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare rice according to package instructions, using water or chicken broth. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in olive oil, diced avocado, cilantro, lime zest, and season with salt and pepper.
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Assemble the Stack: Spoon a generous portion of avocado rice onto serving dishes, top with sliced honey lime chicken, drizzle with sour cream if desired, and garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
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Swap it up: Try boneless chicken thighs for extra juicy flavor.
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Spice it up: Add extra chili powder or a pinch of chipotle if you love heat!
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Meal Prep Tip: Store chicken and rice separately for best texture when reheating.
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Fresh is best: Always use fresh lime juice and ripe avocado for the brightest flavor.
Equipment:
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Mixing bowls
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Resealable bag or shallow dish
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Grill, grill pan, or large skillet
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Saucepan with lid
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Knife and cutting board
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Fork for fluffing rice
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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