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Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack in a white bowl with grilled chicken slices and fresh avocado

Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack

A fresh and healthy stacked bowl featuring marinated grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and seasoned rice, all drizzled with a zesty honey lime dressing.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breasts about 2 large breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 2 ripe avocados sliced
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice for dressing
  • 1 tbsp honey for dressing
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small jar with lid

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour half over chicken breasts in a shallow dish, turning to coat. Keep remaining unused marinade refrigerated separately. Marinate chicken covered in refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
  2. While chicken marinates, cook rice according to package directions if not using leftovers. Prepare dressing by combining 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until emulsified.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Transfer to cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  4. Divide rice equally among 4 bowls (about 1/2 cup each). Layer each with 1/4 cup black beans, 1/4 cup corn, avocado slices, and sliced chicken.
  5. Drizzle with reserved unused marinade and fresh dressing. Top with cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Slice avocados just before serving to prevent browning. Recipe easily adapts with shrimp, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. The reserved marinade is safe to use because it never touched raw chicken.
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