Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Stack (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
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450 g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
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30 ml honey
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Juice and zest of 1 lime
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15 ml olive oil
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Rice Layer
07 -
480 ml cooked white or brown rice
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15 ml fresh lime juice
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15 ml chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
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Salt, to taste
→ Avocado Layer
11 -
1–2 ripe avocados, mashed
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Juice of ½ lime
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until combined.
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Toss cubed chicken with marinade and let rest for 10-15 minutes. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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In a separate bowl, combine cooked rice with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt, mixing gently to incorporate.
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Mash ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth but slightly chunky to maintain texture.
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Layer seasoned rice as the base, followed by the mashed avocado, then top with honey lime chicken. Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or a drizzle of remaining marinade.
# Helpful Notes:
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Use medium heat when cooking chicken to prevent burning due to honey’s sugars, and monitor internal temperature for juiciness.
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Choose firm but ripe avocados to maintain texture and prevent a mushy layer.
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Season rice thoroughly with lime and salt to avoid a flat flavor profile.
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Store components separately to preserve texture; avocado mixture should be refrigerated with plastic wrap pressed directly onto its surface to prevent oxidation.