Layered Fresh Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Prep
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1 teaspoon zest from a lime
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A pinch of salt and pepper, add as needed
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1/4 cup of your favorite honey
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1 lb chicken breasts, no skin or bones
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
→ Rice Base
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Salt for seasoning (to your liking)
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1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 cup white or brown rice, already cooked
→ Avocado Topping
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Salt and black pepper (to your taste)
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2 avocados that are ripe, sliced up
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1 tablespoon lime juice
# Instructions:
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Mix lime zest, lime juice, honey, salt, pepper, and minced garlic in a bowl. Toss in the chicken, making sure it's coated. Let it sit for a minimum of 15 minutes to soak up the flavors.
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Warm up a skillet or grill on medium-high heat. Cook each chicken breast for about 6 to 7 minutes on both sides, making sure it's fully done on the inside. Let it sit a bit before cutting into slices.
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Grab a bowl and mix together the cooked rice, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well so everything's blended.
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Put the avocado slices in a bowl and gently coat them with lime juice. Sprinkle on some salt and pepper to stop browning.
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Layer the cilantro-lime rice onto a plate first, then add the slices of chicken, and finally top with avocado. If there's leftover honey-lime mix, drizzle it over the top.
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Dig in and enjoy this zesty, flavorful chicken and avocado dish right away!
# Notes:
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Want it spicy? Toss in a bit of chopped jalapeño or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
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It works both warm and cold, so feel free to store it for meal prep.
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Bulk it up with extras like black beans or corn to the rice layer.
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For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight—up to 24 hours in the fridge works great.