Description
Grilled California Avocado Chicken is a delightful and vibrant dish that combines juicy marinated chicken breasts with a creamy avocado sauce. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite offers a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures that will transport you to a sunny paradise. Serve it alongside fresh salads or grains for a wholesome meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 ripe California avocados
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (375°F).
- 3. Grill the chicken: Place marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 4. Prepare avocado sauce: Mash avocados in a bowl with mayonnaise and soy sauce until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 5. Assemble the dish: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips. Serve with avocado sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of grilled chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg