Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack for Easy Meal Prep Recipe
This Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack is a vibrant and flavorful meal prep option perfect for dinner or lunch. Juicy chicken breasts are glazed with a sweet and tangy honey lime sauce, paired with fluffy seasoned rice and fresh sliced avocado, all elegantly layered using a ring mold for a beautiful presentation. Simple skillet cooking and easy assembly make this dish both nutritious and convenient for busy days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (use thighs forjuicier option)
- 1/4 cup Honey (cook until bubbly for best flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (fresh juice is optimal)
- To taste Seasonings (salt, pepper, etc.)
For the Rice
- 1 cup Rice (brown rice for extra fiber or quinoa for lower-carb option)
- Salt to taste
For the Avocado
- 2 pieces Avocado (select ripe but firm for slicing)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. Season both sides with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Make Honey Lime Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and fresh lime juice to create a smooth glaze.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, ensuring the chicken is cooked through. In the last minute of cooking, brush the honey lime glaze over the chicken to caramelize it slightly and add flavor.
- Cook Rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff it gently with a fork and season lightly with salt to enhance the flavor.
- Slice Avocado: Just before assembling the dish, slice the ripe avocados thinly to maintain freshness and prevent browning.
- Assemble the Stack: Using a ring mold or a cookie cutter, layer the components starting with the fluffy rice at the bottom, followed by the glazed chicken, and topped with sliced avocado. Drizzle with a little extra lime juice for brightness before serving.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts evenly to ensure consistent cooking and juiciness.
- Cook honey until bubbly before mixing with lime juice to maximize glaze flavor.
- Slice avocado just prior to assembly to prevent browning and maintain vibrant color.
- For meal prep, store chicken, rice, and avocado separately and assemble just before eating.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier alternative.
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