Print

Fresh Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A delicious and healthy meal featuring marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice, topped with a zesty honey lime dressing.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 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
  • 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
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • ½ small jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp honey (for 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 by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pat the chicken dry, place it in a dish or bag, and pour the marinade over. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the rice by rinsing it, then combining with water or broth, olive oil, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, simmering for 12–15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5–10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the avocado mix by gently combining diced avocados, lime juice, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Prep the toppings as needed by sautéing corn or preparing black beans and tomatoes.
  5. Cook the chicken by heating a skillet or grill, removing excess marinade, and cooking the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until browned. Let rest before slicing.
  6. Make the optional honey lime drizzle by whisking together honey, lime juice, olive oil, and salt.
  7. Assemble the bowls by dividing rice among bowls, topping with chicken, avocado mix, corn, beans, and tomatoes. Drizzle with honey lime sauce and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
  8. Serve immediately while warm, allowing guests to add lime juice and adjust flavors as desired.

Notes

Leftovers should be stored separately in airtight containers. Chicken and rice lasts up to three days; the avocado mix should be consumed within a day.

Nutrition

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

Scroll to Top