Description
A vibrant, healthy grilled chicken dish featuring creamy melted avocado, fresh tomatoes, and a zesty citrus marinade that captures the sunny flavors of the West Coast.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over them, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken grills, gently mash avocado slices in a small bowl until slightly melted but still chunky.
- Serve grilled chicken topped with melted avocado and cherry tomatoes, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.