Guacamole Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Guacamole Stuffed Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection, stuffed with creamy homemade guacamole featuring fresh avocado, zesty lime juice, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro, then seared for a golden crust and baked to tender perfection. This dish combines the wholesome goodness of lean protein with a burst of bold, Mexican-inspired flavors in every bite. Ideal for impressing guests or spicing up your family meals, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve alongside a crisp green salad or roasted veggies for a satisfying, gluten-free, and keto-friendly dinner option your taste buds will thank you for!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup (finely diced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup (diced) Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 12 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Begin by making the guacamole: In a medium bowl, mash the avocados until smooth but slightly chunky. Add the diced red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare the chicken: Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the thickest side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Season the chicken with the remaining garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasonings evenly onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
Stuff each chicken breast with about 2-3 tablespoons of guacamole, making sure not to overfill. Use toothpicks to secure the open edges and ensure the filling doesn’t spill out during cooking.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. This step helps to lock in moisture and enhance the flavor.
Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before removing the toothpicks. Serve warm with your favorite side dish, such as a fresh salad or roasted veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 623 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*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.
