Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Bowl (Printable Format)
Tender honey-lime chicken paired with creamy avocado and fluffy rice in a vibrant, zesty bowl.
# What You Need:
→ For the Chicken
01 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
05 - 1 tsp lime zest
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp chili powder
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ For the Rice
11 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
12 - 2 cups water or chicken broth
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ For the Bowl
14 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
15 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
17 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
18 - lime wedges, for serving
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken, turning to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor development.
02 - Combine rice, water or broth, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside, keeping warm.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
04 - Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Arrange sliced chicken, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro on top of each bowl. Serve with fresh lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The honey lime marinade transforms basic chicken into something that tastes like it came from a restaurant
- Everything comes together in under an hour, but looks like you put way more effort in
02 -
- Do not marinate chicken for more than 24 hours or the lime will start to break down the texture
- Letting the chicken rest before slicing locks in all those juices
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before searing to get better browning
- Save some extra cilantro and lime for garnish to make it look finished