Layered Chicken Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Layer
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2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
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1/4 cup of honey
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1 teaspoon of grated lime peel
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1 pound of chicken breast, no bones or skin
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Salt and black pepper, as needed
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2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice
→ Cilantro Rice Base
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1 cup of steamed brown or white rice
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1 tablespoon of lime juice, freshly squeezed
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A generous pinch of salt
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A handful of cilantro, chopped finely
→ Avocado Topping
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A pair of ripe avocados, cut into slices
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A dash of salt and black pepper, as preferred
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1 tablespoon of lime juice, to keep them fresh
# Instructions:
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Mix honey, lime peel, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss the chicken into the mixture and let it sit to soak up the flavors for 15 minutes or longer.
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Warm up a skillet or grill to medium-high temperature. Place the marinated chicken on it and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until it's completely cooked and no pink remains. Let it rest for a few minutes before cutting.
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Take a bowl and blend the rice with salt, cilantro, and lime juice. Stir everything together to evenly mix.
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Gently toss the avocado slices in a bit of lime juice, salt, and pepper to maintain their color and seasoning.
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Lay down a base of cilantro lime rice on a dish, top it with slices of cooked chicken, and finish with a layer of avocado. Any leftover honey-lime dressing can be poured over everything.
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Serve up this colorful, flavorful Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack right away!
# Notes:
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Crank up the heat by adding thinly sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
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This is a versatile dish—enjoy it chilled or warm, and it’s a great option for meal prepping.
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Toss in black beans or corn with the rice to make this meal even heartier.
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Let the chicken soak in the marinade overnight in the fridge if you want a stronger flavor.