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Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

Grilled honey-lime marinated chicken breast layered over fluffy jasmine rice and topped with a fresh creamy avocado mixture. Bold citrus flavor, easy prep, and ready in just over an hour.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Latin-Inspired
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • juice of 2 limes freshly squeezed
  • zest of 1 lime
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed under cold water
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Grill or stovetop grill pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Resealable plastic bag or shallow dish
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until the honey is fully dissolved and the marinade looks glossy.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, coat evenly, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan, add rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  4. Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off before placing on the grill.
  5. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and edges are golden and caramelized. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Gently toss diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil together in a small bowl, handling lightly to keep avocado pieces intact.
  7. Assemble stacks with jasmine rice as the base, sliced grilled chicken on top, then a generous spoonful of avocado mixture. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Store components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add lime juice to avocado mixture before sealing to prevent browning. Reheat chicken and rice separately and add fresh avocado topping after reheating.