Description
A vibrant and delicious Honey Lime Chicken Rice Stack featuring tender, honey-lime glazed chicken breast atop fluffy white rice, topped with tangy feta cheese and fresh herbs. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy skillet meal offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 3 tbsp honey
Rice and Garnishes
- 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the skillet and season chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the bite-sized chicken breast pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to ensure they are well-flavored.
- Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the hot skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden on the outside and fully cooked through.
- Add honey lime glaze: Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the lime zest, lime juice, and honey to the skillet. This mixture will coat the chicken with a bright and sweet glaze.
- Simmer and glaze chicken: Let the chicken simmer for 2–3 minutes on low heat until it becomes glossy, sticky, and fragrant from the honey lime sauce.
- Assemble the rice stack: Place a layer of the warm cooked rice onto each plate or bowl as the base layer.
- Top with glazed chicken and garnishes: Spoon the honey lime chicken on top of the rice, then sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley and cilantro for an herby finish.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the Honey Lime Chicken Rice Stack while warm to savor the balance of flavors and textures at their best.
Notes
- Use white or jasmine rice for the best fluffy texture; brown rice can be substituted but will increase cooking time.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili flakes when seasoning the chicken.
- Fresh cilantro is optional but adds a nice herbal note balancing the tangy lime and honey sweetness.
- To keep feta cheese crumbly and fresh, add it just before serving.
- The chicken can be marinated in the seasoning for 15 minutes prior to cooking for more intense flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
