Cayenne Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Spice up your dinner routine with this vibrant recipe for Cayenne Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa, a perfect balance of smoky heat and fresh, zesty flavors! Juicy chicken breasts are coated in an irresistible blend of cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, then seared to perfection for a flavorful, crispy crust. The star of the dish is the creamy avocado salsa, bursting with freshness from ripe avocados, tangy lime juice, juicy tomato, and a hint of jalapeño for optional heat. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a great weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for casual gatherings. Serve this protein-packed favorite with a side of rice, tortillas, or enjoy it on its own for a flavorful low-carb option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium Avocado
- 1 medium Tomato
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 small Jalapeño (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for salsa)
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper (for salsa)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Rub both sides of each chicken breast with the spice mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the avocado salsa. Dice the avocados, tomato, and red onion, and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
If using jalapeño, finely dice it and add it to the bowl. Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
Serve the cayenne-rubbed chicken breasts topped with a generous scoop of avocado salsa. Garnish with additional cilantro leaves, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4632 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 223.7 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2088 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
