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Fresh Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

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A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl featuring marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and colorful toppings, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 3 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼–½ cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese (optional)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • ½ small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp honey (optional honey lime drizzle)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (for drizzle)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzle)
  • Small pinch of salt (for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Rice: Rinse the rice, combine with water or broth, olive oil or butter, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Avocado Mix: Combine diced avocados, lime juice, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Prep the Toppings: Sauté corn (if using frozen), rinse beans, halve tomatoes, and prepare any additional toppings.
  5. Cook the Honey Lime Chicken: Cook chicken in a skillet or grill until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. Make the Honey Lime Drizzle (optional): Mix honey, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: Divide rice, top with chicken, avocado mix, corn, beans, and tomatoes. Drizzle with honey lime drizzle and garnish with toppings.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Marinating the chicken longer improves flavor; fresh ingredients enhance taste.

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Find it online: https://thestationrecipes.com/honey-lime-chicken-avocado-rice-bowl/

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