Description
A vibrant and delicious rice bowl featuring marinated chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 400g)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly in the marinade. Let them soak for about 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the amazing flavors.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until it’s golden brown and cooked through.
- Slice the chicken: Allow the chicken to rest for a couple of minutes, then slice it into strips.
- Prepare the rice base: In serving bowls, lay down a comforting bed of warm rice.
- Assemble the bowl: Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the rice, and then top it with sliced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, and red onion.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top, and add Greek yogurt or sour cream if you like a creamy finish.
- Enjoy: Serve warm, gather your loved ones, and enjoy a meal that’s bursting with flavor!
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours. Customize toppings as preferred!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, avocado, rice bowl, weeknight dinner, quick meal, healthy recipes