Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack (Printable Version)

Tangy honey lime chicken meets fragrant rice and creamy avocado for a vibrant, satisfying dinner

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon lime zest
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ For the Rice

09 - 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
10 - 2 cups chicken broth

→ For the Avocado Mix

11 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
12 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
13 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

15 - 4 lime wedges, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl until fully combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
03 - Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot, add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 6–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
05 - Gently combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil in a bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
06 - On each plate, layer a bed of rice, top with sliced grilled chicken, and spoon over the avocado mix.
07 - Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The honey creates these gorgeous caramelized grill marks while keeping the chicken impossibly juicy inside
  • Everything comes together in about 30 minutes once the chicken has marinated
  • That cool creamy avocado mixture balances the tangy citrus perfectly
02 -
  • The honey in the marinade can burn quickly so keep a close eye on the grill and move chicken to a cooler spot if needed
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing is non negotiable or all those delicious juices will end up on your cutting board
  • Wait to toss the avocado mixture until right before serving or the avocados will start to brown
03 -
  • Pound your chicken to even thickness before marinating for the most consistent cooking
  • Grill extra chicken to slice over salads for lunch the next day
  • Keep a bottle of the marinade in your fridge for quick flavor anytime
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