Description

This Honey Lime Chicken with Avocado is a vibrant and flavorful meal featuring tender halal chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime sauce, paired with creamy avocado. It’s a quick and healthy option perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

500g (1.1lb) Halal Chicken Breast, Trimmed
2 tbsp (30ml) Honey
2 tbsp (30ml) Fresh Lime Juice
2 tsp Lime Zest
1 tbsp (15ml) Halal Soy Sauce
1 tsp (5ml) Toasted Sesame Oil
1 Clove Garlic, Minced
1 tsp (5g) Fresh Ginger, Grated
½ tsp (2.5g) Sea Salt
¼ tsp (1g) Black Pepper
2 Ripe Hass Avocados, Sliced
1 tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g) Sesame Seeds
2 tbsp (30g) Cilantro, Chopped
2 Lime Wedges
Pinch Red Chili Flakes (Optional)

Instructions

Prepare Marinade: Whisk honey, lime juice, zest, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken, coat with marinade, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
Sear Chicken: Heat oil, sear chicken 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
Rest Chicken: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Make Glaze: Simmer remaining marinade until thickened.
Slice & Assemble: Slice chicken and arrange with avocado.
Plate & Garnish: Drizzle with glaze, sprinkle with sesame seeds and cilantro, and garnish with lime.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lime juice and ginger. Marinating the chicken for longer enhances flavor and tenderness. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Poultry
Method: Sear
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 400 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: chicken, avocado, honey lime, halal, healthy, quick, easy, dinner, lunch