Description
A delicious and visually stunning dish that combines honey-lime marinated chicken with creamy avocado and flavorful cilantro rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (for avocado)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste for rice
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over chicken, seal bag or cover dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions, fluff with a fork, and stir in chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Toss diced avocado with 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice and set aside.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Assemble the stack using a ramekin or ring mold, starting with a layer of cilantro rice, followed by diced avocado, and then sliced honey lime chicken.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F. Marinate for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg