Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights

why make this recipe

This dish mixes bright lime, sweet honey, and soft avocado for a fresh meal. It cooks fast and looks nice on the plate. If you like easy weeknight dinners that taste special, try this. For a similar simple stack idea, see this Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice recipe for more quick dinner ideas.

introduction

This recipe makes a tasty stack with honey-lime chicken and avocado rice. The flavors are tangy, sweet, and a little smoky from cumin. You can cook it all in one pan and serve it as a neat stack for guests or a quick family meal. For another step-by-step stack guide, check this Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack guide.

how to make Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights

1. Marinate the chicken: Mix 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon lime zest, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat 4 chicken breasts. Let sit 15–30 minutes.
2. Cook the rice: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice. Bring 2 cups chicken broth to a boil, add rice, lower heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until done. Fluff with a fork.
3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken 6–8 minutes per side until done and golden. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
4. Prepare toppings: Dice 2 avocados and finely chop 1 small red onion and 1/4 cup cilantro. Toss gently with a little lime juice if you like.
5. Build the stack: Place a ring mold or small bowl on the plate. Add a layer of rice, press down lightly. Top with diced avocado mixture, then add sliced chicken. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro.

For a quicker marinade technique, you can follow tips in this 20-minute Honey Garlic Chicken guide.

Ingredients :

• 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 3 tablespoons Honey (for marinade)
• 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• to taste Salt
• to taste Pepper
• 1 cup Jasmine Rice (or basmati)
• 2 cups Chicken Broth
• 2 pieces Avocado (diced)
• 1 small Red Onion (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 pieces Lime Wedges (for garnish)

For rice tips and variations on rice sides, see this Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe.

Directions :

Preparation

• Marinate chicken as directed above.
• Cook rice while chicken marinates.
• Cook chicken in a hot pan until done.
• Rest and slice chicken, and prepare avocado mix.
• Stack rice, avocado, and chicken. Serve with lime wedges.

For sauce and honey handling tips, this Cajun Honey Butter Chicken Pasta page has good ideas you can adapt.

how to serve Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights

Serve warm. Use a ring mold for a clean stack on each plate. Add extra cilantro and lime wedges. Offer hot sauce or a small drizzle of extra honey-lime mixture on the side.

how to store Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights

• Store chicken and rice in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Keep avocado mix separate and add before serving to avoid browning.
• Reheat chicken and rice in the microwave or on the stove until hot.

tips to make Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights

• Pat chicken dry before marinating so the marinade sticks.
• Do not overcook the rice; follow the 1:2 ratio of rice to broth.
• Let chicken rest a few minutes before slicing for juicier meat.
• Add a little lime juice to avocado to keep it green.

variation (if any)

• Swap jasmine rice for cilantro-lime rice by stirring chopped cilantro and a bit of lime into cooked rice.
• Use grilled shrimp or tofu instead of chicken for a change.
• Add black beans or corn to the avocado mix for more texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I use brown rice?
A: Yes. Brown rice needs more liquid and longer cooking time. Cook it separately and use it warm.

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: You can cook chicken and rice ahead. Keep avocado mix separate and add just before serving.

Q: Is there a vegetarian version?
A: Yes. Use grilled tofu or roasted portobello slices in place of chicken.

Q: How long to marinate chicken?
A: 15–30 minutes is fine. For more flavor, marinate up to 2 hours in the fridge.

Q: Can I use bottled lime juice?
A: Fresh lime juice tastes better, but bottled lime juice will work in a pinch.

Conclusion

This Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is bright, simple, and quick to make. For more ideas and similar recipes, see this full write-up on Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack That Delights. You can also find a close version at Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for extra tips. If you want a different take, try this Delicious Honey Lime Chicken with Avocado Rice Stack Recipe. For another blog version, read Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack – NorthEast Nosh Recipes. You may also like this alternative photo and notes at Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack.

Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

This dish combines bright lime, sweet honey, and creamy avocado for a fresh, delightful meal that is quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.

Print Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 4 servings

Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the marinade and chicken

• 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 3 tablespoons Honey (for marinade)
• 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• to taste Salt
• to taste Pepper

For the rice

• 1 cup Jasmine Rice (or basmati)
• 2 cups Chicken Broth

For the toppings

• 2 pieces Avocado (diced)
• 1 small Red Onion (finely chopped)
• ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 pieces Lime Wedges (for garnish)

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Mix honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
• Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for 15-30 minutes.
• Rinse jasmine rice and bring chicken broth to a boil in a pot.
• Add rice to the boiling broth, lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until done. Fluff with a fork.

Cooking

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
• Cook the marinated chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

Assembly

• Prepare the avocado topping by dicing the avocados and finely chopping the red onion and cilantro.
• Toss the avocado mixture gently with a little lime juice if desired.
• Using a ring mold or small bowl, layer rice, followed by avocado mixture, and then sliced chicken on a plate.
• Garnish with lime wedges and additional cilantro.

Notes

For a quicker marinade, see tips in the 20-minute Honey Garlic Chicken guide. Store chicken and rice in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep avocado mix separate to avoid browning.

Keyword Avocado Rice, easy dinner, Honey Lime Chicken, One Pan Recipes, Quick Meal