Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack. This delightful dish features succulent chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime concoction, layered with creamy avocado and fluffy rice. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this meal not only offers a burst of flavor but also presents beautifully on any table. Your family and friends will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 fresh limes (juiced)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare white rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Halve avocados, remove pits, scoop out flesh, mash gently with salt and lime juice.
- On a plate, layer cooked rice, grilled chicken slices, then mashed avocado. Drizzle with extra lime juice or honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg