Honey Lime Chicken with Avocado and Rice
This dish features juicy, sweet-and-tangy honey lime chicken served over fluffy rice with creamy avocado slices.
It’s balanced, protein-packed, and full of fresh flavors, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep bowl.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts (or thighs), boneless, skinless
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
Juice and zest of 1 lime
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Rice:
1 cup long-grain rice (or brown rice/quinoa)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
½ tsp olive oil
Pinch of salt
For Assembly:
1 ripe avocado, sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
In a small pot, combine rice, chicken broth, olive oil, and salt.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender.
Fluff with a fork.
2. Prepare the Chicken
Mix honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Add chicken and marinate for 5–10 minutes (or longer if time allows).
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
Drizzle any remaining honey-lime marinade over the chicken near the end of cooking.
3. Assemble the Bowl
Place a serving of rice in each bowl.
Slice the cooked chicken and place on top.
Add avocado slices and cherry tomatoes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Tips & Variations
Add black beans, corn, or bell peppers to make it more colorful and filling.
For a creamier sauce, mix a little Greek yogurt with lime juice and drizzle over the chicken.
Swap chicken for grilled shrimp or salmon for a different protein option.
Meal prep friendly: store rice, chicken, and avocado separately; assemble before serving.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: 34g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 6g