🍯 Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp honey

• Juice and zest of 1 lime

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Rice Layer:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

• Salt to taste

For the Avocado Layer:

• 2 ripe avocados, diced

• 1 tbsp lime juice (to prevent browning)

• 1 small red onion, finely diced

• 1 small tomato, diced

• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

• Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh lime wedges

• Extra cilantro

• Chili flakes

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Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken

   • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

   • Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).

2. Cook the Chicken

   • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.

   • Slice into strips once slightly cooled.

3. Prepare the Rice

   • Mix cooked rice with lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, and a little salt.

4. Make the Avocado Mix

   • In a bowl, combine avocado, red onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

5. Assemble the Stack

   • Use a metal food ring mold (or a cleaned empty can) to layer.

   • First, press down a layer of cilantro lime rice.

   • Next, add the avocado mix.

   • Top with sliced honey lime chicken.

   • Gently lift the ring to reveal the layered stack.

6. Garnish & Serve

   • Sprinkle with extra cilantro, chili flakes, and serve with lime wedges.

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❓ Q&A Section

Q1: Can I use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice?
👉 Yes! Both work well and add extra nutrition. Quinoa makes it lighter and high in protein.

Q2: What if I don’t have a ring mold for stacking?
👉 You can use a cleaned tuna can (remove top and bottom) or simply serve it layered in a small bowl.

Q3: Can this recipe be made ahead?
👉 The chicken and rice can be made ahead, but assemble the avocado layer fresh to avoid browning.

Q4: How can I make it spicier?
👉 Add sliced jalapeños, extra chili flakes, or a drizzle of hot sauce on top.

Q5: What’s a good side dish with this stack?
👉 A light cucumber salad, grilled corn, or tortilla chips with salsa pair beautifully.