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Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Stack

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A flavorful dish that balances sweetness and acidity, featuring marinated grilled chicken served atop rice with avocado and fresh cilantro.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • 1 avocado, sliced (for serving)
  • 1 cup cooked rice (for serving)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Whisking the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your marinade.
  2. Marinating the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large zip-top bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours for best flavor.
  3. Preheating the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a grill pan, lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
  4. Preparing the Chicken for Grilling: Remove the marinated chicken from the bag, letting any excess liquid drip off. Discard the leftover marinade.
  5. Grilling the Chicken: Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on one side without moving, until grill marks form. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Resting the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Assembling the Stack: To assemble the stack, layer slices of the grilled chicken atop a bed of cooked rice. Top with sliced avocado and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for extra tanginess.

Notes

For an extra kick, feel free to add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder to your marinade! Don’t rush the grilling process; it helps develop flavorful grill marks and keeps the chicken juicy.

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