Description
A delicious grilled honey lime chicken served on a bed of cilantro rice and topped with fresh avocado.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0 cup honey
- 0 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (for avocado)
- 0 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste for rice)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
- Sliced jalapenos, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes (optional garnish)
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 completely combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- While the chicken marinates, cook rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let cool slightly. Stir in chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, toss the diced avocado with 2 tablespoons lime juice to prevent browning and keep it fresh. Set aside.
- Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- To assemble the stack, use a ramekin or ring mold for presentation. Start with a generous layer of cilantro rice, pressing gently. Add a layer of diced avocado, then top with sliced honey lime chicken.
- Carefully lift off the mold. Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings like jalapenos or feta cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh, but you can prepare the marinade and rice ahead of time.
- Feel free to customize the garnishes to your liking!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg