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Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice

Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice You’ll Crave Daily

A vibrant Tangy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice dish that's quick, healthy, and customisable for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Healthy, Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup Honey maple syrup is a vegan substitute
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice use fresh over bottled
  • 1 tablespoon Lime zest use fresh zest
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin use sparingly
  • to taste Salt & Pepper to preference
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice or basmati for a twist
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth water as a substitute if needed
For the Avocado Mix
  • 2 pieces Avocados ripe but not overripe
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley as replacement
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil any mild oil works
For Garnishing

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • resealable plastic bag
  • medium saucepan
  • Grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Marinade: Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag, pour marinade, seal, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Prepare the Rice: Rinse rice under cold water; combine with chicken broth and salt in a saucepan. Boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (375°F). Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Mix the Avocado: Combine diced avocados, red onion, cilantro, and olive oil in a bowl. Toss gently.
  6. Assemble the Stack: On a plate, place rice, top with grilled chicken, spoon avocado mix over, and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Always rinse rice for fluffiness.

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