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Close-up of Grilled California Avocado Chicken topped with fresh tomato, avocado, and red onion salsa.

Grilled California Avocado Chicken

This grilled California avocado chicken is packed with bold flavor from juicy grilled chicken breasts, melted cheese, creamy avocado, and fresh tomato topping. It is an easy high protein dinner recipe that comes together quickly for busy weeknights, summer cookouts, or healthy meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese
For the Avocado Topping
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Equipment

  • Outdoor grill or grill pan
  • Small bowl
  • medium bowl
  • serving platter

Method
 

  1. Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium high heat about 400°F.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and brush both sides with olive oil.
  3. In a small bowl mix the garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken.
  5. Grill the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. During the last minute of cooking place one slice of Monterey Jack cheese on each chicken breast and close the grill lid until melted.
  7. In a medium bowl combine the diced avocado, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.
  8. Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter and spoon the avocado mixture over each piece.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

For even cooking, pound thicker chicken breasts to an even thickness before grilling. Fresh ripe avocado adds the best creamy texture and flavor to this easy summer dinner.