Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

🕒 Time

• Prep: 15 minutes

• Cook: 20 minutes

• Serves: 3–4

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🧾 Ingredients

🍗 Honey Lime Chicken

• 500 g (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 2 tbsp honey

• Zest of 1 lime

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

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🍚 Lime Rice

• 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice

• 2 cups water or chicken broth

• ½ tsp salt

• Zest of ½ lime

• Juice of ½ lime

• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

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🥑 Avocado Layer

• 2 ripe avocados

• Juice of ½ lime

• Salt to taste

• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley

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🌶 Optional Toppings

• Cherry tomatoes

• Corn kernels

• Red onion, finely chopped

• Extra cilantro

• Chili sauce or sriracha

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the rice

1. Rinse rice until water runs clear.

2. Cook rice with water/broth and salt.

3. Fluff, then stir in lime zest, juice, and olive oil.

4. Keep warm.

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2️⃣ Marinate & cook the chicken

1. Mix honey, lime zest & juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

2. Add chicken and marinate 15–30 minutes.

3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until caramelized.

5. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

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3️⃣ Prepare avocado layer

1. Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and cilantro.

2. Keep chunky or smooth as desired.

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4️⃣ Assemble the stack

1. Use a bowl or ring mold.

2. Layer:

   • Lime rice

   • Sliced honey lime chicken

   • Avocado mash

3. Repeat layers if desired.

4. Top with optional toppings.

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🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm or slightly chilled

• Great for lunch bowls or light dinners

• Pairs well with a fresh green salad

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A / Q (Answers & Questions)

❓ Can I make this ahead?

A: Yes! Store rice, chicken, and avocado separately. Assemble just before serving.

❓ What protein can I substitute?

A: Shrimp, salmon, tofu, or chickpeas work well.

❓ How do I keep avocado from browning?

A: Add extra lime juice and press plastic wrap directly onto the surface.

❓ Can I grill the chicken?

A: Absolutely. Grill 5–6 minutes per side on medium heat.

❓ Is this recipe healthy?

A: Yes—balanced protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs.

❓ Can I make it low-carb?

A: Replace rice with cauliflower rice or mixed greens.

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💡 Pro Tips

• Don’t overcook honey chicken—it caramelizes fast

• Use ripe but firm avocados

• Let chicken rest before slicing for juiciness