Description
A delicious grilled chicken dish topped with creamy California avocados, bright lime, and fresh ingredients, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 California avocados (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Balsamic glaze
- Diced red onion
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the chicken with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken until cooked through and juicy.
- Top the grilled chicken with sliced avocados, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro and diced red onion on top.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
Ensure the grill is well-preheated to avoid sticking. Use ripe avocados for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: California
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, avocado, summer recipe, healthy dinner, backyard barbecue