Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken & Avocado Corn Tomato Salad

Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken & Avocado Corn Tomato Salad is a fresh, flavorful meal combining juicy marinated chicken, a bright roasted corn salad, and tangy cilantro lime rice, perfect for a wholesome bowl dish infused with sweet, citrus, and smoky notes.

You’ll love this recipe because it blends the tender, honey-lime marinated chicken with a vibrant salad of roasted corn, avocado, and tomatoes dressed with zesty Italian and elote seasonings. Paired with fragrant cilantro lime rice, it’s a balanced and colorful dish designed for easy assembly and fresh flavor.

Ingredients

Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken

• 1 lb thin-sliced chicken breast
• 1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon (chicken)
• Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
• 3 tbsp honey
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tbsp soy sauce
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• Chili lime seasoning (to taste)
• Onion powder (to taste)

Avocado Roasted Corn Salad

• 1 cup roasted corn
• ¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 mini cucumber (about ½ cup), chopped
• ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
• ⅓ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• ⅓ cup red onion, diced
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tsp Good Seasons Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp elote seasoning

Cilantro Lime Rice (Makes 2 servings)

• 1½ cups white rice (cooked)
• 2–3 tbsp chopped cilantro
• Juice of 1–2 limes, to taste
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken

1. Whisk lime juice, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, Better Than Bouillon, cilantro, chili lime seasoning, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

2. Add chicken slices to marinade; coat well. Let sit 15–30 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours refrigerated. Optionally save 1 tbsp marinade for brushing while cooking.

3. Heat skillet over medium; add oil if needed. Cook chicken 4-6 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.

4. Brush with reserved marinade in the last minute for glaze. Rest briefly then slice into strips.

Avocado Roasted Corn Salad

1. Combine roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, roasted red peppers, black beans, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.

2. Whisk olive oil, rice vinegar, Italian seasoning, and elote seasoning in a small bowl.

3. Toss dressing with veggies; chill 10–15 minutes to blend flavors.

Cilantro Lime Rice

1. Cook rice per package instructions.

2. Fluff rice; stir in chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Adjust to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

1. Add ¾ cup cilantro lime rice to bowl.

2. Top with sliced honey cilantro lime chicken.

3. Add a serving of avocado roasted corn salad.

4. Brush chicken with extra marinade for stronger flavor if desired.

Tips for Success

• Marinate chicken to enhance flavor and tenderness.

• Toast spices lightly in oil before adding for extra aroma (optional).

• Use fresh lime juice for bright citrus notes.

• Chill salad to meld flavors before serving.

• Serve warm or room temperature for best taste.

Delicious Variations

• Swap chicken thighs for breast for leaner option.

• Add diced avocado to salad for creaminess.

• Use quinoa or brown rice for different grain textures.

• Add fresh jalapeño slices for more heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this be made ahead?

Yes, prepare components in advance; assemble before serving.

How long will leftovers keep?

Store in airtight containers up to 3 days refrigerated.

Can I use frozen corn?

Yes, thaw and drain before mixing into salad.

Is this dish spicy?

Mild with optional heat from chili lime seasoning and jalapeños.

What other herbs work in this recipe?

Fresh parsley or mint can be good alternatives.

Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowl

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• Author: Emma Hart
• Total Time: Up to 2 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 2 bowls 1x

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Description

Tender honey-lime marinated chicken served with fresh roasted corn salad of avocado, cherry tomatoes, and black beans, paired with fragrant cilantro lime rice. A wholesome and flavorful bowl perfect for warm weather or light dinners.

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Ingredients

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Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken

1 lb thin-sliced chicken breast

1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon (chicken)

Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)

3 tbsp honey

4 garlic cloves, minced

½ tbsp soy sauce

¼ cup chopped cilantro

Chili lime seasoning, to taste

Onion powder, to taste

Avocado Roasted Corn Salad

1 cup roasted corn

¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 mini cucumber (about ½ cup), chopped

½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped

⅓ cup black beans, rinsed and drained

⅓ cup red onion, diced

2 tbsp chopped cilantro

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp rice vinegar

2 tsp Good Seasons Italian seasoning

1 tsp elote seasoning

Cilantro Lime Rice (Makes 2 servings)

1½ cups white rice, cooked

2–3 tbsp chopped cilantro

Juice of 1–2 limes, to taste

Salt, to taste

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Instructions

Honey Cilantro Lime Chicken

1. Whisk lime juice, honey, garlic, soy sauce, Better Than Bouillon, cilantro, chili lime seasoning, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

2. Coat chicken in marinade; refrigerate 15–30 minutes or up to 2 hours. Optionally reserve 1 tbsp marinade for glazing.

3. Heat skillet over medium; cook chicken 4–6 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked.

4. Brush with reserved marinade in the last minute; rest and slice.

See also  Cheesy rice recipe​

Avocado Roasted Corn Salad

1. Combine corn, tomatoes, cucumber, roasted red peppers, black beans, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl.

2. Whisk olive oil, rice vinegar, Italian seasoning, and elote seasoning.

3. Toss dressing with vegetables; chill 10–15 minutes.

Cilantro Lime Rice

1. Cook rice as per package instructions.

2. Fluff rice, stir in cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

1. Add ¾ cup cilantro lime rice to each bowl.

2. Top with sliced chicken and a portion of avocado roasted corn salad.

3. Brush chicken with extra marinade if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken for flavor and tenderness.

Toast spices lightly in oil before adding (optional).

Use fresh lime juice for brightness.

Chill salad to meld flavors.

Serve warm or room temperature for best results.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Main Dish, Salad Bowl
• Method: Sauté, Marinate
• Cuisine: American / Southwestern

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
• Calories: 480
• Sugar: 12
• Sodium: 830
• Fat: 15
• Saturated Fat: 3
• Unsaturated Fat: 12
• Carbohydrates: 48
• Fiber: 7
• Protein: 36
• Cholesterol: 80

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