Description
This Delicious Grilled California Avocado Chicken recipe is a feast for the senses, combining juicy grilled chicken with creamy California avocado for a quick, healthy, and utterly delicious meal perfect for summer evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs, 680 g)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin for best flavor)
- Juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup, 60 ml)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe California avocados, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor).
- While the chicken is marinating, combine the diced avocados, red onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in another bowl. Gently mix until well combined. Set aside.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s nice and hot before adding the chicken.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Look for nice grill marks!
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for about 5 minutes. This helps retain its juiciness.
- Top the grilled chicken with the avocado mixture. Serve immediately with your favorite sides—think grilled corn, a fresh salad, or even some quinoa!
Notes
Choose avocados that yield slightly to pressure for the best creamy texture. If you want a gluten-free option, this recipe fits that bill perfectly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with avocado topping
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 30
Keywords: grilled chicken, avocado, summer dinner, healthy recipe, quick meal