Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

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Honey Lime Chicken and Avocado Rice Stack

Servings: 4 stacks

Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 15 mins

The Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb Chicken breast, diced into small cubes

  • 2 tbsp Honey

  • Juice of 2 Limes (reserve some zest)

  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

  • Salt and cracked black pepper to taste

  • 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika

For the Rice & Avocado:

  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine or Basmati rice (warm)

  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 2 Large ripe avocados, diced

  • 1/2 Red onion, finely diced

  • 1 tbsp Lime juice (to keep the avocado green)

Instructions

  1. Marinate & Sear: In a bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in the mixture. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.

  2. Prep the Base: While the chicken cooks, toss your warm cooked rice with cilantro and a pinch of salt. In a separate small bowl, gently fold the diced avocado with red onion and a squeeze of lime juice.

  3. The Assembly: Use a measuring cup (1-cup size) or a professional food mold.

    • Lightly grease the inside of the cup.

    • Pack 1/4 of the avocado mixture into the bottom.

    • Top with 1/4 of the cilantro rice, pressing down firmly with a spoon.

    • Invert the cup onto a plate and tap gently until it slides out.

  4. The Topping: Spoon the warm honey-lime chicken generously over the top of the stack. Garnish with extra lime zest and cilantro.

Tips for Success

  • The “Pack” is Key: Don’t be afraid to press the rice down firmly. If it’s too loose, the stack will crumble like a sandcastle.

  • Sticky Rice: Using slightly sticky rice (like Jasmine) works better for structural integrity than long-grain converted rice.

  • Cold vs. Warm: This dish is best served “California style”—warm chicken over room-temperature avocado and rice.

Benefits

  • Healthy Fats: Avocado provides monounsaturated fats which are great for heart health and keeping you full.

  • High Protein: Lean chicken breast makes this a muscle-building powerhouse.

  • Gluten-Free: Naturally wheat-free (just double-check your spices/honey sources).

Nutritional Info (Per Stack)

Calories Protein Fat Carbs Fiber
480 kcal 32g 18g 46g 7g

Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: You can prep the chicken and rice, but don’t dice the avocado or assemble the stack until you’re ready to eat. Avocado browns quickly once exposed to air.

Q: I don’t have a food mold. What can I use?

A: A standard 1-cup dry measuring cup or even a small empty tuna can (with both ends removed and cleaned) works perfectly!

Q: Is it spicy?

A: Not at all. It’s sweet and tangy. If you want heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the chicken marinade.

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