Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice (Print version)
Tender honey-lime chicken with creamy avocado over fluffy rice in a vibrant, zesty bowl.
# What goes in:
→ For the Chicken
01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
05 - 1 tsp lime zest
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp chili powder
08 - ½ tsp ground cumin
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ For the Rice
11 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water or chicken broth
13 - ½ tsp salt
→ For the Bowl
14 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
15 - ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
17 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
18 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Cooking steps:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Add the chicken, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
02 - Combine rice, water or broth, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
04 - Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Serve with fresh lime wedges on the side.
05 - Drizzle with additional honey and lime juice for enhanced sweetness and acidity, if desired.
# Tips from flavorandfeast:
01 -
- The honey lime marinade creates this gorgeous caramelized exterior on the chicken while keeping the inside incredibly juicy.
- Everything comes together in under 45 minutes but tastes like you spent all day planning something special.
02 -
- The honey in the marinade can burn quickly over high heat, so resist the urge to crank your skillet past medium-high.
- Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly, so take it out of the fridge while you prep everything else.
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before adding it to the marinade, the mixture sticks better and creates better caramelization.
- Always check your spice labels if you are cooking for someone with gluten sensitivities.