Description
A fresh, flavor-packed grilled chicken recipe topped with creamy California avocados, cherry tomatoes, and melted cheese – perfect for summer meals.
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
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 California avocados, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- Optional: Chopped cilantro
- Optional: Balsamic glaze
- Optional: Diced red onion
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Lightly oil grates with a paper towel dipped in olive oil.
- Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Top cooked chicken with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and cheese. Close grill lid for 1–2 minutes to melt cheese.
- Transfer chicken to plates. Garnish with optional cilantro, balsamic glaze, or diced red onion. Serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid over-marinating to prevent mushy texture. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for best juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, avocado, summer recipe, fresh, healthy, quick meal