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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for a Fresh Twist

Delicious Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a visually stunning dish that balances flavor and nutrition, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Provides lean protein; opt for similar thickness to ensure even cooking.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Adjust the amount to suit your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use fresh for best flavor.
For the Rice Stack
  • 1 cup White Rice Can substitute with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust to spice tolerance.
For the Avocado Layer
  • 2 pieces Avocado Choose ripe but firm ones to keep them fresh longer.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Ring mold or clean tuna can

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown, brushing with honey glaze in the last minute.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to boil, add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and season.
  3. Slice avocados just before assembling the stack, brush with lime juice to prevent browning.
  4. Using a ring mold, layer rice, then chicken, followed by avocado, pressing down gently.
  5. Remove the mold to reveal the layered stack, drizzle with remaining honey glaze, and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pound chicken to an even thickness and slice avocados just before assembling the stack to maintain freshness.

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