Heavenly Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
Sweet honey-lime chicken layered with fresh avocado and coriander rice.Ready in 30 minutes with simple ingredients.Perfect for an easy yet elegant dinner.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
For the rice
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- ¼ cup fresh coriander chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
For the avocado
- 2 ripe avocados sliced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a small bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, and garlic to make the glaze.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- During the last 2 minutes, brush with glaze, letting it caramelize. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
- Mix rice with coriander, lime juice, and salt.
- Toss avocado slices gently with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack using a ring mold: rice first, avocado next, then chicken. Remove mold carefully and drizzle with remaining glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap coriander with parsley if preferred
- Serve with a side salad or grilled vegetables
- Best enjoyed fresh for ideal texture