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Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice

Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice

This Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice is a vibrant dish combining flavors and textures for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1.75 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the uncooked rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until slightly golden.
  3. Add the chicken broth, honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir gently to combine. Carefully fold in the diced avocado and fresh cilantro. Let the dish rest covered for 5 minutes before serving with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 35gFat: 16g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu and adding your favorite veggies or spices.

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