Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
A delicious and healthy dish combining marinated grilled chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy avocado, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts Choose your preferred cut.
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice Freshly squeezed is best.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- to taste Salt & pepper
For the Rice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For the Avocado Salsa
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- to taste Salt & pepper
Instructions
Marinate Chicken
- In a bowl, mix honey, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for 15–30 minutes.
Cook Chicken
- Heat a grill or pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 4–5 minutes on each side until it is caramelized and fully cooked.
Prep Rice
- In a bowl, toss the cooked rice with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
Make Avocado Salsa
- Gently mix the diced avocado with lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
Assemble Stack
- On a plate, spoon some cilantro rice, layer the honey lime chicken on top, and finish with a scoop of avocado salsa!
Notes
Let the chicken marinate longer for even more flavor. You can also add shredded cheese on top for extra richness. For a spicy kick, add chopped jalapeños to the avocado salsa. Fresh lime juice is recommended for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8g
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