Sweet and Zesty Honey Lime Chicken Stacked with Creamy Avocado and Fluffy Rice

Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
3 tablespoons honey
Juice and zest of 2 limes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Rice:
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
2 cups water or chicken broth
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Salt, to taste
For the Avocado Layer:
2 ripe avocados, diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
Extra chopped cilantro
Diced tomatoes
Crumbled cotija or feta cheese
Lime wedges

Directions:

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