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Flavorful Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

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A quick and easy recipe featuring tender chicken coated in a tangy honey lime glaze, served atop fluffy rice and creamy avocado slices for a fresh, vibrant meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes (about 4 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
  • A handful fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • Salt, to season rice
  • Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes (halved), thinly sliced red onion, crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Add the thinly sliced chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Cook the Rice: Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water or chicken broth to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in lime zest and chopped cilantro.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken slices in a single layer, reserving leftover marinade. Cook 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and caramelized. Pour reserved marinade in the last minute to thicken into a glaze, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  4. Prepare the Avocado: Slice the ripe avocado into even slices or cubes. Squeeze a little lime juice over slices to prevent browning.
  5. Assemble the Stack: On each plate, spoon a mound of lime cilantro rice. Layer avocado slices on top, then honey lime chicken. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, red onion, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro as desired.

Notes

Pat chicken slices dry before marinating for better glaze adherence. Adjust honey amount to balance lime tartness. If chicken browns too fast, lower heat and cover loosely to finish cooking. Let rice rest covered after cooking for fluffy texture. Use locally sourced limes and high-quality honey for best flavor. Store chicken and rice separately from avocado to prevent browning. For dairy-free, omit queso fresco or substitute with dairy-free cheese or nuts.

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