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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl You'll Love This!

Enjoy this Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl, a quick and customizable meal bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast A lean protein
  • ¼ cup Honey Adds natural sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Provides bright acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Intensifies citrus flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Keeps chicken moist
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Introduces umami
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth
For the Rice Bowl
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Acts as a base
  • 1 medium Avocado Adds creamy texture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels
  • ½ small Red Onion Finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
Optional Toppings
  • ¼ cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream For creaminess
  • to taste Chili Flakes For heat

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring full coverage, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add marinated chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Rest the Chicken: Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Rice Base: Cook rice according to package instructions and fluff. Divide into serving bowls.
  6. Slice the Chicken: After resting, slice the chicken and arrange over rice.
  7. Add Fresh Toppings: Top with avocado, cherry tomatoes, corn, and red onion.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro, Greek yogurt, or sour cream, and chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with shrimp or plant-based proteins as desired. Keep toppings separate until serving for freshness.

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