Juicy Grilled California Avocado Chicken
A healthy and tasty dish combining grilled chicken with creamy California avocados and fresh cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe California avocados, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime juice (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Top each chicken breast with sliced avocado and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with lime juice if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy high-protein dinner!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently, keeping avocado and tomatoes separate until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg