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Juicy Grilled California Avocado Chicken

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Californian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein

Description

Succulent grilled chicken paired with creamy avocado and vibrant cherry tomatoes, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Place chicken breasts into the marinade, coating them fully.
  3. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
  6. Slice the ripe avocados while the chicken grills.
  7. Rest the chicken for a few minutes once cooked.
  8. Serve the chicken topped with avocado slices and halved cherry tomatoes, garnished with cilantro.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. If grilling isn’t possible, consider baking or air frying as alternatives.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 21g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg