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HONEY LIME CHICKEN AVOCADO RICE STACK

Sweet and Zesty Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack

A vibrant Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack, featuring tender chicken, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice, making it a perfect guilt-free dinner option.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup honey adds sweetness and aids in caramelization
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil provides moisture
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder introduces slight heat
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin adds earthy notes
  • Salt and Pepper season to taste
Rice Base
  • 2 cups long-grain rice fluffy and non-sticky
  • 4 cups water essential for cooking the rice
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil prevents sticking
Avocado Layer
  • 3 ripe avocados pitted and diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice prevents browning of avocado
Garnish (Optional)
  • Lime wedges
  • fresh cilantro sprigs
  • red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Cookie cutter or small bowl

Method
 

Preparing the Dish
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Add cubed chicken to the marinade, tossing to coat fully. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, butter (or olive oil), and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Discard marinade and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  5. In a bowl, combine diced avocados, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently toss to mix.
  6. Layer the rice, avocado mix, and cooked chicken in a cookie cutter or small bowl to assemble the stack.
  7. Garnish with lime wedges, cilantro sprigs, and red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for 1-2 hours for best flavor. Avoid rinsing rice to retain starch for fluffiness.

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