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Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl for a Flavorful Feast

A vibrant Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl packed with Tex-Mex flavors and high-protein goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 large Chicken Breast about 400g
  • 2 tablespoons Honey infuses natural sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice for zesty kick
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest intensifies lime aroma
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil retains moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce for umami flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper adds warmth
For the Rice Bowl
  • 3 cups Cooked White or Brown Rice acts as a neutral base
  • 2 ripe Avocado sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh or cooked
  • ¼ cup Red Onion finely sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream optional
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes optional for heat

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, and minced garlic.
  2. Add soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and black pepper; mix until smooth.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a dish and pour marinade over them, covering evenly.
  4. Marinate at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
  5. Heat a skillet, add olive oil, and cook marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
  6. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Prepare rice bowls by spooning warm rice as the base.
  8. Layer sliced chicken over rice, then add avocado, cherry tomatoes, and corn.
  9. Top with red onion and cilantro, and offer yogurt or sour cream and chili flakes on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, separating ingredients to maintain freshness.

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