🍯 Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack (Mediterranean Style)
A fresh, vibrant layered dish that brings together citrus-marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice — stacked beautifully for a stunning presentation. This recipe blends bright Latin-inspired flavors with Mediterranean ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and whole foods.
Perfect for light dinners, entertaining guests, or a nourishing high-protein meal.
🌿 Description
Juicy chicken is marinated in honey, lime juice, garlic, and olive oil, then grilled or pan-seared until caramelized. It’s layered over herb-infused rice and topped with creamy avocado and fresh vegetables. The result is sweet, tangy, savory, and refreshing in every bite.
It’s:
✔ High-protein
✔ Heart-healthy
✔ Naturally gluten-free
✔ Beautifully presentation-worthy
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Honey Lime Chicken:
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2 large chicken breasts, diced
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 tablespoon honey
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Rice Layer:
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1½ cups cooked brown rice (or basmati)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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Zest of ½ lime
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Pinch salt
For the Avocado Layer:
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1 large ripe avocado, diced
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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Pinch salt
Optional Garnish:
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Cherry tomatoes, diced
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Cucumber, finely chopped
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Crumbled feta cheese
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Fresh cilantro or parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add diced chicken and marinate 20–30 minutes.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
Let rest slightly before assembling.
3️⃣ Prepare the Rice
Mix warm cooked rice with olive oil, parsley, lime zest, and salt.
4️⃣ Prepare Avocado
Toss diced avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt to prevent browning.
5️⃣ Assemble the Stack
Using a food ring mold (or small bowl lined with plastic wrap):
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First layer: Rice (press gently)
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Second layer: Honey lime chicken
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Third layer: Avocado
Carefully lift the mold. Garnish with tomatoes, cucumber, feta, and herbs.
Serve immediately.
🍽 Mediterranean Serving Ideas
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Serve with a side of arugula salad
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Add grilled zucchini or roasted peppers
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Drizzle with yogurt sauce for extra creaminess
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Turn into a bowl instead of stacking for casual meals
🌱 Nutritional Benefits
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Chicken – Lean, high-quality protein
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Avocado – Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats
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Olive oil – Supports cardiovascular health
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Lime & herbs – Fresh antioxidants and flavor without heavy sauces
Balanced carbs + protein + healthy fats for sustained energy.
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use quinoa instead of rice?
Yes! Quinoa adds extra protein and works beautifully.
Q2: How do I keep the stack from falling apart?
Press each layer gently and chill briefly before unmolding if needed.
Q3: Can I make this ahead of time?
Prepare components ahead, but assemble just before serving to keep avocado fresh.
Q4: Is this meal prep friendly?
Yes — store components separately for up to 3 days.
Q5: Can I make it dairy-free?
Simply skip feta or yogurt toppings.
