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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for a Flavorful Dinner

A vibrant Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack that transforms weeknight dinners into a flavor celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Rice
  • 2 cups rice white, brown, or quinoa
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large bowl
  • grill pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare rice according to package instructions and fluff with a fork once cooked.
  3. Preheat grill and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Combine fluffed rice with diced avocado, cilantro, and sour cream in a bowl.
  5. Layer avocado rice on plates, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with fresh lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use fresh lime juice for the best taste.

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