Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Bowl
A vibrant Mexican-inspired bowl with citrus-marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and fragrant cilantro-lime brown rice, offering balanced flavors and textures for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast, 1 unit (about 6-8 oz)
- Brown Rice, 1/2 cup (uncooked)
- Fresh Cilantro, 1 handful
- Lime, 1 unit
- Avocado, 1 unit
- Jalapeño, 1/4 unit
- Red Onion, 1/4 unit
- Olive Oil, 1 tbsp
- Garlic, minced, 1 clove
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- Honey, 2 tbsp
- Lime Juice, 2 tbsp (from 1 lime)
Instructions
- Rinse rice and add to a pot with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Combine 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp lime juice in a bowl. Marinate chicken in 1/2 the glaze for 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Sear chicken over medium heat until golden (4 min/side). Toss leftover glaze, add 1 tbsp to pan; cook until chicken is done (internal temperature 165°F).
- Top rice with cooked chicken, sliced avocado, jalapeño, and red onion. Garnish with fresh cilantro and additional lime wedges.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier texture; adjust cook time if using bone-in
Substitute white rice for faster cooking
Swap quinoa for brown rice and extra protein
Use ripe Hass avocado for creamiest texture
Adjust jalapeño quantity for spice preference
Substitute white rice for faster cooking
Swap quinoa for brown rice and extra protein
Use ripe Hass avocado for creamiest texture
Adjust jalapeño quantity for spice preference
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 420mgFiber: 7gSugar: 24g
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