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Tangy honey lime chicken stack with golden crust and fresh cilantro garnish on white plate

Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Stack

Juicy grilled chicken breasts layered with a zesty honey lime glaze, fresh avocado, and crispy lettuce for a perfect summer meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Brush the chicken breasts generously with half of the honey lime glaze.
  4. Step 4: Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
  5. Step 5: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the remaining glaze.
  6. Step 6: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Slice the chicken breasts into thick pieces.
  8. Step 8: Assemble the stacks by placing a bed of shredded lettuce on each plate, topping with sliced chicken, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cilantro.
  9. Step 9: Drizzle any remaining glaze over the stacks and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for 30 minutes before grilling.