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Honey Lime Chicken

Honey Lime Chicken: A Zesty Grilled Delight You’ll Love

Honey Lime Chicken is a quick and healthy dish bursting with zesty flavors that will elevate your dinner experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Tender pieces
  • 1/4 cup Honey Natural sweetener
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Adds citrusy aroma
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Warm flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Essential seasoning
Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Fragrant base
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Adds savory depth
Avocado Topping
  • 1 medium Avocado Provides creamy texture
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Crunchy bite
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Herbal freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Binds the mixture
Serving
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges Optional for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • grill or grill pan
  • pot
  • resealable plastic bag or shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Boil chicken broth in a pot, add rice, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Dice the avocado, chop red onion and cilantro, and toss with olive oil in a separate bowl.
  6. After grilling, let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice. Assemble with jasmine rice, chicken, and avocado mixture.
  7. Serve with lime wedges and extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Use a thermometer to check the chicken is fully cooked. Rinse rice to ensure fluffiness.

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