Description
Grilled California Avocado Chicken features juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with creamy avocado slices, fresh cherry tomatoes, and melty cheese. This vibrant, fresh, and customizable dish is ideal for summer meals or easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Toppings:
2 California avocados, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
Optional Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro
Balsamic glaze
Diced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl or bag, whisk olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill 6–7 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Top each chicken piece with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Close grill lid for 1–2 minutes to melt cheese slightly.
- Transfer to plates and garnish with cilantro, balsamic glaze, or red onion. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use thighs for a juicier variation.
- Lime juice helps preserve avocado’s color.
- Add chili powder to marinade for extra heat.
- Serve with rice, grilled veggies, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Californian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
