Honey-Lime Chicken Rice Stack with Avocado, Corn & Black Beans
🍽️ Description
This layered honey-lime chicken rice stack is a restaurant-style meal made at home. Juicy, caramelized chicken sits on fluffy rice, creamy avocado mash, sweet corn, and hearty black beans—finished with a glossy honey-lime glaze. It’s colorful, filling, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or special plating.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the Chicken
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2 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1½ tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Honey-Lime Glaze
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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½ tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickness)
Rice Layer
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1 cup white rice (basmati or jasmine)
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2 cups water
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp butter or olive oil
Avocado Layer
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1 large ripe avocado
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1 tbsp lime juice
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
Corn & Bean Layer
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½ cup sweet corn (boiled or canned, drained)
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½ cup black beans (rinsed & drained)
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¼ tsp cumin
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¼ tsp paprika
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Salt to taste
Garnish
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Lime wedges
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Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Rice
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Rinse rice well.
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Add rice, water, salt, and butter to a pot.
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Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for 12–15 minutes.
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Fluff and set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Chicken
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Flatten chicken slightly for even cooking.
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Rub with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
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Remove and rest.
3️⃣ Make the Honey-Lime Glaze
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In the same pan, add honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and vinegar.
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Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Add cornstarch slurry if you want a thicker sauce.
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Return chicken to pan and coat well until glossy.
4️⃣ Prepare the Layers
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Avocado: Mash avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
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Corn & Beans: Warm corn and black beans in a pan with cumin, paprika, and salt for 2–3 minutes.
5️⃣ Assemble the Stack
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Place a round mold or bowl on the plate.
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Layer rice first and press gently.
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Add corn & black bean mixture.
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Spread avocado mash evenly.
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Slice chicken and place on top.
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Drizzle extra honey-lime sauce around and over.
🌟 Serving Ideas
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Serve warm with extra lime on the side
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Great for meal prep (store layers separately)
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Swap rice with quinoa or brown rice for a healthier option
🔥 Tips & Variations
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Use air-fried chicken for a lighter version
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Add jalapeños for heat
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Replace honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness
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Add shredded lettuce for extra crunch
