Juicy Grilled California Avocado Chicken
This grilled chicken dish is bursting with flavor, thanks to a zesty marinade and fresh avocado and tomato toppings, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: California
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe California avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are coated thoroughly.
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken cooks, slice the avocados and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the grilled chicken topped with sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Notes
Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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