Description

This Honey Lime Chicken Rice Stack with Feta Crumble & Herbs is a vibrant and flavorful 25-minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Tender bite-sized chicken pieces are seasoned and pan-cooked to golden perfection, then glazed with a tangy honey-lime sauce. Served over fluffy jasmine rice and topped with creamy feta cheese and fresh parsley and cilantro, this dish offers a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in a simple yet elegant presentation.

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

Base and Toppings

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)

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil and season chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, ensuring the chicken is well coated with the spices.
Cook the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
Add glaze ingredients: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lime zest, lime juice, and honey into the skillet with the chicken.
Simmer to glaze the chicken: Let the chicken simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring gently until it is glossy, well coated, and fragrant from the honey-lime glaze.
Assemble the rice stack: On a plate or in a bowl, add a layer of warm cooked rice as the base for the dish.
Top with glazed chicken and garnishes: Place the honey lime glazed chicken over the rice, then sprinkle generously with crumbled feta cheese and fresh chopped parsley and cilantro for a burst of fresh herb flavor.
Serve immediately: Serve this dish while warm to enjoy the full combination of glazed chicken, creamy feta, and bright herbs.

Notes

Use jasmine rice for a fragrant and light rice base, but white rice or basmati also work well.
Adjust the honey quantity for a sweeter or more tangy glaze to suit your taste.
The dish can be made gluten-free by ensuring all seasoning ingredients are gluten-free.
Cilantro is optional but adds a fresh, vibrant flavor—feel free to omit if you prefer.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.