Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
A vibrant dish featuring marinated chicken breast, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice, stacked elegantly for a delightful presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1/4 cup Honey
1/4 cup Fresh lime juice (from 2-3 limes)
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Olive oil
1/2 tsp Cumi
1 tsp Chili powder (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups Cooked white or brown rice, cooled
2 Ripe avocados, pitted and scooped out
1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup Red onion, finely diced
1 small Jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with honey, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes
- Prepare the rice according to the package instructions and allow it to cool completely
- Mash the avocados, then mix with cilantro, lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, salt, and pepper. Fold in the cooled rice
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, then let it rest before slicing
- Assemble the stack using a food ring or similar by layering rice and chicke
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with halloumi cheese, tofu, or black beans.
Adjust the spice level to taste by modifying the amount of chili powder or jalapeño.
Find it online: https://onthatplate.com/honey-lime-chicken-avocado-rice-stack/