Description
A bright and flavorful stack of marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and seasoned rice that’s quick to make and impressive to serve.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- Salt, to taste
- 1-2 ripe avocados, mashed
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Extra cilantro, for garnish
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced (optional)
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Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken in honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 15 to 30 minutes in the fridge.
- 2. Heat a skillet over medium high heat and sear the marinated chicken for 2 to 3 minutes undisturbed.
- 3. Flip the chicken and continue cooking for 6 to 8 minutes more until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
- 4. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
- 5. Mash the ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth but still textured.
- 6. Assemble the stack by layering rice, avocado mixture, and topping with the seared chicken.
- 7. Garnish with lime wedges, extra cilantro, and sliced cherry tomatoes if desired.