Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Quinoa Stack Recipe
A vibrant and healthy Honey Lime Chicken & Avocado Quinoa Stack combining juicy, marinated chicken with a fresh quinoa salad, perfect for a nutritious and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying and assembly
- Cuisine: Fusion / Healthy
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Honey Lime Chicken
- 1½ lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Quinoa Base
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt, to taste
Optional Garnish
- Lime wedges
- Extra cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, honey, lime juice and zest, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss the diced chicken in this marinade ensuring all pieces are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and thoroughly cooked through.
- Prepare Quinoa Mix: In a separate bowl, gently combine the cooked quinoa, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix delicately to keep avocado pieces intact.
- Assemble Stack: Using a food ring or a small bowl, layer the quinoa mixture on the bottom. Then top it with the warm honey lime chicken. Press lightly to form a neat, compact stack.
- Serve: Carefully remove the ring and garnish each stack with extra cilantro and lime wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, up to 2 hours.
- Use cooked quinoa cooled to room temperature to prevent avocado browning.
- The chili flakes are optional; adjust to your preferred spice level.
- Can be served as a main course or a fancy appetizer.
- Leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Honey Lime Chicken, Avocado Quinoa Stack, Healthy Chicken Recipes, Quinoa Salad, Easy Dinner Recipe