Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Bowl
A refreshing combination of grilled chicken with a honey-lime marinade served over a bed of rice, topped with avocado and cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken on a grill or in a skillet over medium heat until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Layer the cooked rice in a serving bowl.
- Top the rice with diced avocado and cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the cooked chicken and serve on top of the rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Notes
Consider using brown rice or quinoa for a different flavor and texture. Let the chicken marinate longer for a more intense flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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