Grilled California Avocado Chicken
A vibrant and healthy main course featuring juicy grilled chicken topped with creamy California avocados, melted cheese, and fresh tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 1 hr
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein
Ingredients
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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 ripe California avocados, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Diced red onion, for garnish
Pomegranate molasses or reduced fruit glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in this mixture for 30 min to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (or oven to 400°F).
- Grill chicken for 6-8 mins per side, or bake for 20-25 mins, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a platter. Top with cheese, avocado slices, and cherry tomatoes.
- Garnish with cilantro and red onion. Drizzle with pomegranate molasses and serve.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness (165°F).
- For a quicker meal, use pre-sliced cheese and pre-diced onion.
- Leftover chicken (without toppings) stores well for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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