Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Fire up your grill and get ready to savor the vibrant, fresh flavors of Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa! This healthy, protein-packed dinner features tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts marinated in a smoky blend of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin, then grilled to juicy perfection. The real star, however, is the creamy avocado salsa—a colorful medley of ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a hint of jalapeño for optional heat. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back summer barbecues. Serve this dish as a low-carb option or pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Packed with bold spices and fresh ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 pieces Avocados (diced)
- 2 medium Tomatoes (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cups Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 piece Jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped, optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (for salsa)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (for salsa)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to form a marinade for the chicken.
Rub the marinade evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine diced avocados, chopped tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Gently toss the ingredients for the salsa to combine, being careful not to mash the avocados.
Serve the grilled chicken topped with a generous spoonful of avocado salsa. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.4 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3479 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.8 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 228.8 g | 458% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 4687 mg | 100% | |
*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.
