Description
Honey Lime Chicken Bowl with Avocado Rice is a fresh, vibrant dinner made with juicy honey lime glazed chicken, creamy avocado rice, and a crisp, zesty topping. It is easy enough for a busy weeknight and delicious enough to feel restaurant worthy.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts (450 g)
3 tbsp honey (63 g)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (30 ml)
1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 cups cooked jasmine rice (about 400 g)
1 large ripe avocado, mashed
1 tbsp fresh lime juice (15 ml)
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (40 g)
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp fresh lime juice (15 ml)
Optional: 1 tbsp finely chopped jalapeño
Optional: 2 tbsp diced tomato
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
2. Add the chicken and toss to coat well. Marinate for 20 to 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until caramelized and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
5. In a large bowl, stir together the warm cooked rice, mashed avocado, lime juice, cilantro, and salt until creamy and evenly combined.
6. In a separate small bowl, combine the diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and optional jalapeño or tomato.
7. Spoon the avocado rice into serving bowls, top with sliced chicken, and finish with the fresh avocado topping.
8. Drizzle any extra pan juices over the bowls and serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Chicken thighs give the juiciest texture, but chicken breasts work well too.
Use fresh lime juice for the brightest flavor.
Do not overcrowd the skillet or the chicken will steam instead of caramelize.
Mix the avocado into warm rice for the creamiest texture.
For meal prep, store the chicken and rice together and add the fresh topping just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg