Lime Rickey Chicken and Buttered Almond Rice Recipe

Name: Lime Rickey Chicken and Buttered Almond Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup honey; 2 limes, juice of, plus; lime wedge, for serving; 1 tablespoon bitters, such as Angostura; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 12 lbs chicken tenders, sliced into thin strips; 2 bunches scallions, sliced on an angle into 2-inch pieces; salt and pepper; ½ cup green peas; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 (6 ounce) box rice pilaf mix, prepared according to package directions; ¼ cup blanched almond, toasted

Servings: persons

¼ cup honey
2 limes, juice of, plus
lime wedge, for serving
1 tablespoon bitters, such as Angostura
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 12 lbs chicken tenders, sliced into thin strips
2 bunches scallions, sliced on an angle into 2-inch pieces
salt and pepper
½ cup green peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 (6 ounce) box rice pilaf mix, prepared according to package directions
¼ cup blanched almond, toasted

1
In a small bowl, mix together the honey, lime juice and bitters and stir to dissolve the honey.
2
In a large skillet, heat the oil over high heat until smoking.
3
Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
4
Add the scallions and season with salt and pepper.
5
Stir in the honey sauce; toss for 1 minute to coat.
6
Stir the peas and cilantro into the prepared rice.
7
Add the nuts and fluff with a fork.
8
Transfer the rice to a platter; using a slotted spoon, mound the chicken over the rice.
9
Serve with the lime wedges.

371

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup honey, 2 limes, juice of, plus, lime wedge, for serving, 1 tablespoon bitters, such as Angostura, and more.

Yes, Lime Rickey Chicken and Buttered Almond Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lime Rickey Chicken and Buttered Almond Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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