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Grilled chicken breasts topped with grilled avocado, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze.

Grilled California Avocado Chicken Recipe

Enjoy a flavorful grilled chicken topped with fresh California avocados and melted cheese for a delicious and healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 4 pieces 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
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 California avocados sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
Toppings
  • chopped cilantro, balsamic glaze, diced red onion

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  3. While chicken grills, prepare avocado slices and halved cherry tomatoes.
  4. Slice cooked chicken and assemble on plates, topping with avocado, cherry tomatoes, cheese, cilantro, balsamic glaze, and red onion.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer or add your favorite herbs.