Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Stack (Print-Friendly Version)
A vibrant dish with honey-lime chicken, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice stacked with crisp red onion.
# Ingredients List:
→ Protein
01 -
450 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Marinade
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30 milliliters olive oil
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45 milliliters honey
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45 milliliters fresh lime juice
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1 teaspoon lime zest
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Base and Toppings
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480 grams cooked white or brown rice
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1 large avocado, diced
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60 milliliters chopped red onion
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30 milliliters chopped fresh cilantro
→ Garnish (optional)
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Extra lime wedges
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Additional honey-lime sauce
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
Combine olive oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, cover with marinade, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
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Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 74°C. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
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If not pre-cooked, prepare rice according to package instructions. Fluff rice with a fork and let cool slightly before assembling.
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Using a round mold or ramekin, layer cooked rice at the bottom, followed by diced avocado and red onion. Top with sliced chicken, then gently remove the mold to reveal the stacked presentation.
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Garnish with chopped cilantro and drizzle any remaining honey-lime sauce over the top. Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
# Helpful Hints:
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Marinating the chicken for longer enhances the depth of flavor. Using chicken thighs instead of breasts results in a juicier texture. Components may be stored separately for convenient meal prep.