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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

This vibrant bowl features tender chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime glaze, served over fluffy rice with creamy avocado. It's a quick, healthy dinner option that's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 medium breasts
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice from about 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice white, brown, or cauliflower rice
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 lime cut into wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the marinade, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board. Then, slice it into thin strips.
  5. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with sliced chicken, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and sliced red onion.
  6. Drizzle any remaining pan juices over the bowls and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lime juice rather than bottled, as it provides a brighter flavor. If meal prepping, store components separately and assemble just before eating to keep the avocado fresh. You can double the marinade for extra sauce to drizzle over the bowls.