Honey Lime Chicken With Avocado Rice (Printable Version)
Zesty honey lime chicken over creamy avocado rice for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
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→ Avocado Rice
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# Directions:
01 - Whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in a bowl. Add chicken breasts, coat thoroughly, cover, and marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
02 - Prepare rice according to package instructions using water or chicken broth for enhanced flavor. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly before combining with other ingredients.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
04 - In a large bowl, gently fold together cooked rice, diced avocados, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix carefully to prevent mashing the avocado pieces.
05 - Plate sliced honey lime chicken over the avocado rice mixture. Garnish with lime wedges, green onions, or fresh cilantro as desired.
# Expert Hints:
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- The honey lime caramelization on the chicken creates those restaurant-quality charred bits that make people ask for seconds
- Avocado rice transforms ordinary grains into something creamy and luxurious without any heavy cream
- Everything comes together in under an hour but tastes like you spent all day planning it
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- Pat the chicken dry before adding it to the marinade, or the coating won't stick properly
- Don't marinate longer than 2 hours or the honey's acidity can start to break down the chicken's texture
- The avocado rice is best served immediately, as the avocado will brown slightly over time
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- Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly and develops better color than cold from the fridge
- Mix the avocado rice gently with a spatula instead of a spoon to keep those chunks visible