Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice

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introduction

This Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado is bright, sweet, and easy to cook. It uses simple ingredients and comes together fast. If you like simple one-pan meals, try these easy chicken and rice recipes for more ideas.

why make this recipe

You make this when you want a fresh, quick dinner. The honey and lime give a nice balance of sweet and tang. The avocado adds creaminess and the jasmine rice keeps the plate comforting.

how to make Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado

1. Mix the sauce in a bowl. Whisk honey, soy or tamari, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken strips. Toss to coat and let them marinate at least 20 minutes.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil if needed. Lay the chicken strips in one layer. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
4. Move the cooked chicken to a warm plate. Keep any pan juices.
5. Pack hot jasmine rice into a small ramekin and invert it onto a plate for a neat rice tower.
6. Top each rice stack with avocado slices and the glazed chicken. Spoon pan juices over the chicken.
7. Garnish with cilantro or chives, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve right away.

Ingredients :

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 2 tablespoons golden honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime zest
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, hot
• 1 to 2 ripe avocados, sliced
• Fresh lime wedges for garnish
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro or chives
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Directions :

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Add the chicken strips to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil if needed and arrange chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
4. Transfer cooked chicken to a warm plate, reserving any pan juices.
5. Pack jasmine rice tightly into a small ramekin or bowl, then invert onto a plate for a neat rice tower.
6. Top each rice stack with avocado slices and glazed chicken, spoon any pan juices over the chicken.
7. Garnish with cilantro or chives, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

how to serve Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado

Serve hot on a plate or in a shallow bowl. Place the rice first, then avocado slices, then chicken. Add lime wedges at the side. This also works in a bowl with the rice on the bottom and everything on top for easy eating.

how to store Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado

• Cool the chicken and rice before storing.
• Keep chicken and rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Store avocado slices separately if possible, or add them fresh when you eat.
• To reheat, warm the chicken and rice in a pan or microwave. Add fresh lime before serving.

tips to make Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado

• Slice chicken thin so it cooks fast and stays juicy.
• Marinate at least 20 minutes for more flavor.
• Use hot cooked jasmine rice for a neat rice tower.
• For a stronger sweet-smoky flavor, try a similar glaze found in the honey BBQ chicken rice recipe for ideas.
• Ripe avocado should give slightly when pressed. Add it last so it stays fresh.

variation (if any)

• Add steamed broccoli or snap peas for more greens.
• Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a different texture.
• Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu and adjust cooking time.

FAQs

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

A: Yes. Thighs are juicy. Slice them and cook a bit longer if needed.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?

A: Yes. Use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.

Q: How long can I marinate the chicken?

A: From 20 minutes up to 2 hours in the fridge. Do not leave raw chicken out at room temperature.

Q: Can I prepare this ahead?

A: You can cook the chicken and rice ahead. Reheat and add fresh avocado before serving.

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Honey Lime Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Avocado

This Honey Lime Chicken dish is bright, sweet, and easy to cook, featuring marinated chicken served with comforting jasmine rice and creamy avocado.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Fusion

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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For the Chicken Marinade

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips Preferably breast meat for a quicker cook.
• 2 tablespoons golden honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Juice from about 1 lime.
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime zest Adds extra lime flavor.
• 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for cooking the chicken.
• to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Adjust seasoning based on preference.

For Serving

• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, hot Use freshly cooked rice for best presentation.
• 1 to 2 pieces ripe avocados, sliced Use ripe but firm avocados.
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro or chives For garnish.
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional) Adds a crunchy texture.
• lime wedges for garnish Use for serving alongside.

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Add the chicken strips to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.

Cooking

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil if needed and arrange chicken strips in a single layer.
2. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
3. Transfer cooked chicken to a warm plate, reserving any pan juices.

Assembly

1. Pack jasmine rice tightly into a small ramekin or bowl, then invert onto a plate for a neat rice tower.
2. Top each rice stack with avocado slices and glazed chicken, spooning any pan juices over the chicken.
3. Garnish with cilantro or chives, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 650mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store chicken and rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Serve hot, and for best flavor, add fresh avocado just before serving.

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