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Best Grilled California Avocado Chicken With Cheese

This recipe combines smoky grilled chicken with creamy California avocado and gooey melted cheese for a flavor explosion. It's easy to prepare, healthy-ish, and a crowd-pleaser, perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 6-8 ounces each
  • 2 ripe California avocados
  • 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar, provolone, or pepper jack
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro optional
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion optional
  • Hot sauce optional

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Grill tongs
  • meat thermometer
  • small bowl
  • Fork
  • knife
  • Cutting board
  • paper towels
  • Grill brush

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Make sure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  5. Place the chicken breasts on the hot grill and grill for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Top each chicken breast with a generous amount of cheese during the last minute of grilling.
  7. Close the grill lid and let the cheese melt for about a minute or two.
  8. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh.
  9. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork.
  10. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocado and mix well.
  11. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  12. Top each chicken breast with a generous dollop of mashed avocado.
  13. Garnish with chopped cilantro, red onion, or a drizzle of hot sauce, if desired.
  14. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For even more flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before grilling. Experiment with different cheeses. If you're not a fan of mashed avocado, you can also slice the avocado. Leftover Grilled California Avocado Chicken With Cheese is delicious in salads, sandwiches, or wraps. Adding lemon or lime juice to avocado helps slow down the browning process. Leftover Grilled California Avocado Chicken With Cheese can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.