Juicy Grilled California Avocado Chicken
A simple yet flavorful grilled chicken recipe featuring a bright marinade and creamy avocado.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Californian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create a marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- While the chicken is grilling, chop the avocado and tomatoes.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it.
- Serve the grilled chicken topped with sliced avocado and fresh tomatoes.
- Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken for at least thirty minutes. Slicing avocado just before serving keeps it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg