Description
This Grilled California Avocado Chicken is a flavor-packed, protein-rich dinner perfect for summer. Juicy grilled chicken breasts are topped with creamy avocado, crispy bacon, ripe tomato slices, and melted mozzarella, delivering comfort and freshness in every bite. Ideal for low-carb and keto diets, it’s a quick and healthy dinner you’ll want on repeat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 4 slices cooked turkey bacon or chicken bacon
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and pound to even thickness if needed.
- Mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the mixture on both sides of each chicken breast.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil the grates if needed.
- Grill the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- In the last minute of grilling, add a slice of mozzarella to each chicken breast and let it melt slightly.
- Remove the chicken from the grill. Top each breast with tomato slices, avocado, and bacon.
- Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked.
- Add toppings after grilling to maintain freshness and texture.
- Store chicken and toppings separately for best leftovers.
- Swap toppings like cheese, bacon, or veggies to customize the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Grilled California Avocado Chicken, Easy Chicken Summer Dinner Recipes, Low Carb Chicken Recipes, Healthy Dinner on the Grill, Keto Grilled Chicken