Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Stack Description:
A vibrant and satisfying layered dish featuring juicy honey-lime marinated chicken, creamy avocado, fluffy rice, and a fresh salsa topping. This stack combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in each bite — perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner. Ideal for meal prep or impressive presentation in a party setting.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3):
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
Zest + juice of 1 lime
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Rice:
1 cup cooked jasmine or basmati rice
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
1 tsp lime juice
Pinch of salt
Avocado Layer:
1 large ripe avocado
1 tsp lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh Salsa (Optional but recommended):
½ cup diced cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Salt, to taste
Instructions: 1. Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix honey, lime juice + zest, garlic, olive oil, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken breasts, coat well, and marinate for 20–30 minutes (or up to 12 hours in the fridge).
2. Cook the Chicken:
Grill, pan-sear, or bake the chicken until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 75°C or 165°F).
Rest for 5 minutes, then slice or dice.
3. Prepare the Rice:
Toss cooked rice with chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
4. Mash the Avocado:
In a small bowl, mash avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Make the Salsa (optional):
Mix tomatoes, onion, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Season with salt.
6. Assemble the Stack:
Use a ramekin, mold ring, or small bowl to layer:
Bottom Layer: Cilantro lime rice
Middle Layer: Mashed avocado
Top Layer: Honey lime chicke
Optional: Spoon fresh salsa on top
Press gently, invert the mold onto a plate, and lift carefully for a neat stack.
Time Required:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Marinate Time: 20–30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Assemble Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Nutritional Information (per stack, serves 3):
Nutrient Amount
Calories ~480 kcal
Protein 32g
Carbohydrates 35g
Fat 22g
Fiber 6g
Sugars 7g
Saturated Fat 3g
Sodium 320mg
Q&A:
Can I make this ahead?
Yes! You can cook and layer the components, refrigerate separately, and stack when ready to serve.
Can I substitute rice?
Absolutely! Try quinoa, cauliflower rice, or brown rice for a healthier or low-carb option. What if I don’t have lime?
Use lemon juice instead, though the flavor will be slightly different.
Is it good cold?
Yes, this dish is delicious served cold or at room temperature — great for lunch boxes or picnics.
Can I use thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless chicken thighs work
well and stay extra juicy.