Grilled California Avocado Chicken
Grilled California Avocado Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that elevates your summer meals with its vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and topped with creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and melty cheese. This dish not only makes for a delightful weeknight dinner but is also perfect for outdoor gatherings, ensuring everyone will be coming back for seconds. With a quick preparation time and customizable toppings, this recipe is both convenient and delicious, making it a must-try for any home cook.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 California avocados (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Balsamic glaze
- Diced red onion
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill or grilling pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Top each grilled chicken piece with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cheese, cilantro, balsamic glaze, and diced red onion as desired.
- Serve warm alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (about 200g)
- Calories: 384
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg