Description
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack, your perfect solution for easy meal prep. This delightful dish brings together tender chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime sauce, served atop a fluffy bed of rice and creamy avocado slices. It’s not just quick to prepare—taking only 10 minutes of prep time—but also packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a wholesome choice for busy weeknights or meal planning. Ideal for customizing with various grains or veggies, this recipe ensures you enjoy fresh flavors without sacrificing convenience.
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup rice (brown or quinoa)
- 2 ripe avocados
- Seasonings (salt, pepper)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, and seasonings. Coat the chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the rice: Rinse rice under cold water, then cook in a pot with water or broth according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Assemble: Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips. Layer cooked rice in bowls, add sliced chicken on top, and finish with avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg