Description

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a vibrant, flavorful dish featuring grilled marinated chicken served over fragrant jasmine rice, topped with a fresh avocado, red onion, and cilantro mixture. This recipe combines sweet honey, zesty lime, and savory spices, making for a bright and healthy meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Marinade

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup honey
Juice of 2 limes
Zest of 1 lime
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Rice

1 cup jasmine rice
2 cups chicken broth

Avocado Topping

1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

To Serve

Lime wedges
Additional fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours to allow flavors to penetrate the meat.
Cook Jasmine Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil, add the rinsed rice, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes.
Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
Grill Chicken: Remove chicken breasts from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken from heat and allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Prepare Avocado Mixture: In a bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, and olive oil. Mix lightly to evenly distribute ingredients without mashing the avocado.
Assemble Stack: Place a serving of cooked jasmine rice on a plate as the base. Top with sliced grilled chicken and then spoon the avocado mixture over the top.
Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and additional cilantro if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy a fresh, balanced meal.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken overnight if time permits.
Use ripe avocado for best texture and taste.
Jasmine rice can be substituted with basmati rice or brown rice, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
Chicken broth can be replaced with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor or to make the dish halal or kosher.
If no grill is available, cook the chicken in a grill pan or skillet on the stovetop.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Honey Lime Chicken, Avocado Rice Stack, Grilled Chicken Recipe, Healthy Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe, Jasmine Rice, Fresh Avocado Salad