Description
A delightful dish combining savory grilled chicken with refreshing avocado salsa, perfect for gatherings or a special weekday meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag, pour the marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the avocado salsa by mashing avocados in a bowl, then mixing in tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve topped with avocado salsa.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use ripe avocados for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican