Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Name: Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1 cup rice (cilantro lime rice); 1 avocado, sliced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste

Author: Emily

Published: 16 June 2025

Updated: 6 January 2026

why make this recipe

I adore food that feels bright and easy. This Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack does that. It balances sweet honey and tangy lime. It gives you creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. It comes together fast. It feels a little fancy but it is simple. If you like a sweet glaze on tender chicken, you might also enjoy my honey garlic chicken breasts for another weeknight favorite.

how to make Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 cup rice (cilantro lime rice), 1 avocado, sliced, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, Salt and pepper to taste

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Directions:

In a bowl, mix honey and lime juice. Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes., 2. Cook the rice according to package instructions and stir in chopped cilantro., 3. Grill or pan-sear the marinated chicken until fully cooked. Slice once done., 4. Layer in bowls: start with cilantro lime rice, add sliced chicken, and top with sliced avocado., 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve fresh.

This recipe uses a simple marinade and a hot pan. Use medium-high heat for a good sear. Let the chicken rest a few minutes before slicing. If you want a plant-based twist, try swapping the chicken for a meaty mushroom preparation like in my chicken-of-the-woods recipe and follow the same glaze.

how to serve Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Serve these stacks warm. Scoop with a spoon to get rice, chicken, and avocado in each bite. Add extra lime wedges on the side. For a bright breakfast-style pairing, this also tastes great next to a simple avocado toast with eggs on the side.

how to store Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Cool leftovers to room temperature first. Store chicken and rice in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep avocado slices separate if you can. They brown faster in the fridge. When ready to eat, reheat rice and chicken gently in the microwave or on the stovetop. Add fresh avocado just before serving.

tips to make Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

Marinate at least 30 minutes for flavor. Pat the chicken dry before searing for a better crust. Use ripe but firm avocados so they hold their shape. Chop cilantro finely and stir into the rice while it’s warm. If you have extra cooked chicken, repurpose it into sliders like my chicken bacon ranch sliders for another quick meal.

variation (if any)

Make it spicy by stirring in a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade. Swap grilled chicken for shredded rotisserie chicken for a faster option. Turn this into tacos by chopping the chicken and spooning everything into warm tortillas, similar to the flavors in my BBQ chicken quesadillas but with a honey-lime twist.

FAQs

Q: Can I use brown rice instead of white?
A: Yes. Cook brown rice according to package directions. It takes longer, but it works well with the flavors.

Q: How long can the marinated chicken sit before cooking?
A: You can marinate for 30 minutes up to 4 hours. After that the acid can start to change the texture.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Absolutely. All ingredients here are naturally gluten-free. Just double-check any packaged rice seasonings you use.

Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Stack

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