Description
This delicious Honey Lime Chicken served over fluffy jasmine rice is a perfect weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- Olive oil for cooking
- 2 ripe avocados
- Bell peppers (as desired)
- Corn (as desired)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup of honey, the juice of 2 limes, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Whisk until well mixed. Add the chicken breasts, making sure they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is fluffy. Set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden color. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In the same skillet, pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- While the chicken is resting, slice your ripe avocados and prepare any other vegetables you wish to add, such as chopped bell peppers or corn.
- On a plate, layer the cooked rice, topped with sliced chicken, avocado, and your choice of vegetables. Drizzle the thickened honey lime sauce over the top.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer will enhance the flavor even more.
- Feel free to customize the veggies based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice and veggies
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg