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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

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A delicious and quickly prepared Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack featuring juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and filling rice, perfect for meal prep and fresh weekday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (or thighs for juicier 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.)
  • 1 cup Rice (brown rice or quinoa)
  • 2 pieces Avocado (ripe but firm)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: Rinse 1 cup rice and cook per package directions. Let it rest and fluff with a fork.
  2. Make glaze: In a small bowl mix 1/4 cup honey and 2 tbsp lime juice. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Season chicken: Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until nearly done.
  5. Add glaze: Lower heat, pour glaze over chicken, and spoon it as it cooks 1–2 more minutes until the glaze is tacky and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Rest and slice: Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  7. Slice avocado: Cut avocados, remove pit, slice or dice, toss with a little lime if packing.
  8. Assemble stack: Layer cooked rice, sliced chicken, and top with avocado. Drizzle extra glaze if desired.

Notes

Store components in separate airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Add avocado just before serving to avoid browning.

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