Description
A vibrant dish featuring marinated grilled chicken paired with creamy avocado and zesty tomatoes, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prepare the Avocados and Tomatoes: While the chicken cooks, slice your avocados and prepare your fresh tomatoes.
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Slice the chicken and serve it topped with diced tomatoes and sliced avocado.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. If grilling isn’t an option, chicken can also be air-fried or baked.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: California
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, avocado, summer recipes, easy dinner, healthy meal, backyard barbecue