Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa is a
perfect warm-weather meal. Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken is grilled to perfection and
topped with a zesty avocado salsa that’s loaded with lime, cilantro, and tomatoes. It’s
healthy, protein-packed, and seriously satisfying!

Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Juice of 1 lime
  For the Avocado Salsa:
• 2 ripe avocados, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

• In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder,
  salt, and pepper.
• Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
• Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

Grill the Chicken

• Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
• Grill the chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and grill
  marks form.
• Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Make the Avocado Salsa

• In a bowl, gently mix the avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice,
  and salt.
• Be careful not to mash the avocados too much—you want chunky salsa!

Assemble and Serve

• Top the grilled chicken with a generous scoop of avocado salsa.
• Serve with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.

FAQs

Can I cook the chicken on a stovetop instead of grilling?
Yes! Use a grill pan or regular skillet. Just ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal
temperature of 165°F (74°C).
How ripe should the avocados be?
Just ripe—soft enough to bite but still firm enough to hold their shape in the salsa.
Can I make the avocado salsa ahead of time?
You can prep the components a few hours early, but combine them just before serving to
keep the avocado from browning.
Is this recipe keto/paleo-friendly?
Yes! It’s naturally both low-carb and grain-free.
What else can I serve it with?
Try cauliflower rice, tortilla chips, or tuck everything into a tortilla for tacos!

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Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa

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Grilled spice-rubbed chicken breasts topped with a chunky avocado salsa made with diced avocado, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice, served on a white plate with a fresh, vibrant presentation.

Prep Time :15 minutes mins

Cook Time :15 minutes mins

Total Time :30 minutes mins

Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Juice of 1 lime

For the Avocado Salsa:

• 2 ripe avocados diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Instructions

• Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for quick, even cooking.
• In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Coat chicken in marinade and let sit for 15–30 minutes (or refrigerate up to 2 hours).
• Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
• Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred.
• While chicken grills, dice avocado, tomato, red onion, and cilantro.
• Toss salsa ingredients with lime juice, salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice and top with fresh avocado salsa.
• Serve with rice, tortillas, or salad for a complete meal.