Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

 Ingredients

Honey Lime Chicken

• 500 g chicken breast or thighs, diced or sliced

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin  olive oil

• Zest of 1 lime

• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 2½ tbsp honey

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp ground cumin

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ¾ tsp salt

Mediterranean Rice

• 1 cup basmati or jasmine rice

• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp turmeric (optional, for color)

Avocado Layer

• 2 ripe avocados, diced

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

Fresh Toppings

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced

• ¼ cup cucumber, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• Crumbled feta (optional)

 Instructions

1. Cook the Rice

1. Rinse rice until water runs clear.

2. Bring broth, olive oil, salt, and turmeric to a boil.

3. Add rice, cover, and simmer 12–15 minutes until tender.

4. Fluff and keep warm.

2. Cook the Honey Lime Chicken

1. Whisk olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, honey, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat a skillet over medium-high.

3. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes, turning until caramelized and cooked through.

4. Let glaze thicken slightly.

3. Prepare Avocado

• Gently toss avocado with lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

4. Assemble the Stack

1. Spoon rice into a bowl or ring mold and press gently.

2. Layer avocado on top.

3. Add honey lime chicken.

4. Finish with fresh toppings and feta if using.

 Serving Ideas

• Serve warm or room temperature

• Pair with tzatziki or yogurt-lime sauce

• Great for meal prep or entertaining

 Tips & Variations

• Swap rice for quinoa or bulgur

• Add chili flakes or harissa for heat

• Make it vegetarian with grilled halloumi