Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl – High Protein Healthy Dinner Idea
A fresh and vibrant Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl packed with juicy caramelized chicken, fluffy rice, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for healthy dinners, meal prep, and balanced high-protein meals.
Ingredients
- 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
- In a bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken and marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and let it rest, then slice into strips.
- Prepare bowls with warm rice as the base.
- Arrange sliced chicken over the rice.
- Add avocado, tomatoes, corn, and red onion.
- Top with cilantro, yogurt or sour cream, and chili flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option. Swap chicken with shrimp, salmon, or tofu for variation. Store components separately for meal prep to maintain freshness. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.