Name: Honey Lime Chicken & Mango Feta Rice Stack Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 42 min
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 700 g (1.5 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; Zest of 1 lime; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 3 tbsp honey; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp smoked paprika; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt, to taste; 1½ cups ripe mango, diced; 150 g (5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or mint, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice; ½ avocado, sliced; ¼ cup red onion, finely diced; Extra cilantro or mint for garnish

Description

A delightful and colorful dish, this Honey Lime Chicken & Mango Feta Rice Stack offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Tender marinated chicken paired with fragrant rice, tangy mango feta mix, and fresh toppings create a visually appealing and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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Honey Lime Chicken

700 g (1.5 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
Zest of 1 lime
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
3 tbsp honey
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Rice Stack Base

1 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt, to taste

Mango Feta Layer

1 1/2 cups ripe mango, diced
150 g (5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp fresh cilantro or mint, chopped
1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Fresh Toppings

1/2 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
Extra cilantro or mint for garnish

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through. Rest briefly, then slice.
Prepare the Rice: Fluff cooked rice with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Keep warm.
Make Mango Feta Mix: In a bowl, gently combine diced mango, crumbled feta, lime juice, and chopped herbs.
Assemble the Stack: Using a ring mold or bowl, layer rice first, followed by sliced honey lime chicken, then mango feta mixture.
Finish & Serve: Top with avocado slices, red onion, extra herbs, and an optional drizzle of honey or lime juice.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling, Stovetop
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 560 kcal
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 115mg