Name: California Avocado Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 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; Optional chopped cilantro; Optional balsamic glaze; Optional diced red onion

Description

Grilled California Avocado Chicken is a vibrant summer dish made with marinated grilled chicken breasts topped with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and melted cheese. It is quick to prepare, full of flavor, and perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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
Optional chopped cilantro
Optional balsamic glaze
Optional diced red onion

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Instructions

In a bowl whisk together olive oil lime juice garlic paprika cumin salt and black pepper to create the marinade
Add the chicken breasts and coat well with the marinade
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium high heat and lightly oil the grates
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess marinade
Grill the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F
Top the cooked chicken with sliced avocado halved cherry tomatoes and shredded cheese
Close the grill lid for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts slightly
Transfer to plates garnish with cilantro or balsamic glaze if desired and serve immediately

Notes

Marinating the chicken longer will deepen the flavor
Use ripe California avocados for the best creamy texture
Avoid flipping the chicken too often so it develops a good sear
Add toppings immediately after cooking so the cheese melts perfectly

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
Calories: 425
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 420 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg