Description
A heartwarming dish of honey-lime marinated chicken served with creamy avocado rice, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 limes (juiced)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup rice (uncooked)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Rice: Cook rice according to package directions. Set aside to cool.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until browned. Let rest before slicing.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice, diced avocado, cilantro, and sour cream. Fold until well-mixed and creamy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon creamy avocado rice on plates, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with extra lime juice.
Notes
Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or corn for a colorful twist. Cooking with kids fosters great memories.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg