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Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

A vibrant and nutritious meal featuring tender honey-glazed chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy avocado layered in an eye-catching stack. Perfect for meal prep and ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts about 6 oz each
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1 cup rice white or brown, uncooked
  • 2 avocados ripe but firm
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice additional for drizzling

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Ring mold or cookie cutter (3-4 inch diameter)
  • fork
  • Meat mallet or heavy skillet
  • Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Start cooking rice according to package instructions (typically 15-20 minutes for white rice, 40-45 minutes for brown rice). When done, fluff with a fork and season lightly with salt.
  2. While rice cooks, place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to even 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet or heavy skillet. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Mix honey and 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice together in a small bowl until well combined to create the glaze.
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving, allowing a golden crust to form.
  5. Flip chicken and cook another 6-7 minutes on the second side. During the final 30-60 seconds of cooking, brush honey lime glaze over chicken and allow to bubble and caramelize, creating a glossy amber coating.
  6. Slice avocados just before assembling to prevent browning. Cut in half, remove pit, slice while still in skin, then scoop out with a spoon.
  7. Place 3-4 inch ring mold or large cookie cutter on serving plate. Pack in rice first, pressing gently to compact. Add sliced glazed chicken, then arrange avocado slices on top.
  8. Carefully lift ring mold straight up to reveal the stack. Drizzle with additional fresh lime juice before serving.

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately in airtight glass containers for up to 4 days. Reheat chicken and rice separately, adding fresh avocado when ready to serve. Chicken thighs can be substituted for juicier results. Brown rice or quinoa work well as alternatives. If you don't have a ring mold, use a clean tuna can with both ends removed, a biscuit cutter, or simply serve in a bowl without stacking.
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