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A vibrant honey lime chicken bowl with rice, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro garnish.
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Honey Lime Chicken Avocado Rice Bowl

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup hone y
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups long -grain white rice
  • 4 cups wate r
  • 2 large avocados , pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed.
  • While rice cooks, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the marinade.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken cubes to the skillet and sear for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Reduce skillet heat to medium-low and pour the honey-lime marinade over the chicken.
  • Toss the chicken to coat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glaze.
  • Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
  • Top each bowl with the glazed chicken, fresh avocado slices, and a garnish of chopped cilantro.