Description
Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that elevates any meal with its zesty marinated chicken and creamy avocado rice. This delightful recipe combines sweet honey and tangy lime for a refreshing experience, perfect for gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll impress your guests with every colorful layer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or grill to medium-high heat. Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray if baking.
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken on the grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F or bake for 25-30 minutes.
- While chicken cooks, combine cooked rice with mashed avocado and season with salt and lime juice.
- Assemble by layering avocado rice on a plate followed by sliced grilled chicken. Drizzle remaining marinade on top and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg