Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Stack (Print Version)

Grilled honey-lime chicken layered with fluffy rice and creamy avocado for a vibrant, satisfying dinner.

# Components:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon lime zest
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ For the Rice

09 - 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
10 - 2 cups chicken broth

→ For the Avocado Mix

11 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
12 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

15 - 4 lime wedges, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
03 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot, add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
05 - Gently combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil in a bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
06 - Layer a bed of rice on each plate, top with sliced grilled chicken, and spoon over the avocado mix.
07 - Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey lime caramelization creates this irresistible sticky glaze that youll want to eat straight off the grill
  • Its deceptively simple but looks stunning on the plate, like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • The honey in the marinade burns faster than sugar alone, so keep your grill at medium-high rather than high
  • Avocado turns brown quickly, make the mix right before serving or add an extra squeeze of lime
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before grilling to prevent steaming and encourage better browning
  • Let your avocados sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before dicing for the creamiest texture
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