Cumin Dusted Chicken Breasts with Guacamole Sauce
Elevate your dinner game with these bold and flavorful Cumin Dusted Chicken Breasts with Guacamole Sauce! This dish features perfectly seasoned chicken breasts coated in a smoky blend of ground cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, then seared to golden perfection before finishing in the oven. The star of the show is the creamy, zesty guacamole sauce made with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño for a tantalizing kick. Ready in just 35 minutes, this protein-packed meal is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend entertaining. Serve it with a fresh salad, rice, or tortillas for a deliciously satisfying meal bursting with Tex-Mex flair. With its vibrant flavors and simple preparation, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Large ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Jalapeño, finely minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for guacamole)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for guacamole)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix the ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and rub them generously with the prepared spice blend on both sides.
Heat a cast iron skillet or oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the guacamole sauce. Scoop the flesh from the avocados into a medium bowl and mash with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving small chunks for texture if preferred.
Stir in the lime juice, cilantro, red onion, minced garlic, jalapeño (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
To plate, place a chicken breast on each serving plate and spoon a generous amount of guacamole sauce over the chicken or serve it on the side as a dip.
Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful cumin-dusted chicken with creamy guacamole sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 5199 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 226.3 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 4011 mg | 85% | |
*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.
