Chicken with tomatoes and avocado

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PRESENTATION

If you're on the hunt for something fresh and colorful, this dish is it. We’re talking juicy chicken mixed with creamy avocado and ripe tomatoes—bringing a little bit of summer to your table. Really good stuff. This chicken avocado recipe really really shines with grilled chicken breast that stays moist—which is great—and has those golden grill marks everyone loves. Seriously, the avocado’s buttery flavor just perfectly complements the slightly tangy tomatoes.

What makes this chicken tomato avocado combo stand out? It's pretty simple. The thing is, it allows the ingredients to pop with minimal effort. And you know what, the avocado’s smooth texture pairs nicely with savory chicken—making this a light and healthy choice. Ideal for warm evenings. Or quick lunches.

Now, while Italian dishes often spotlight olive oil and herbs, this mix celebrates avocado’s unique flavor, showing how it's loved worldwide in all sorts of creative ways. Plus, you can keep it simple by tossing everything together. But hey, do not hesitate to get creative with this grilled chicken with avocado idea. Some folks like to add a little chicken tomato salsa for that extra zing or swap in fresh herbs to make it personal.

Avocado is super versatile; you'll find it in everything from avocado mayonnaise to spicy chicken and avocado soup, so feel free to experiment. Here's the deal: when it comes to healthy chicken recipes, this dish ticks all the boxes. It's moist, satisfying, and packed with good stuff like lean protein and healthy fats. Fits perfectly with easy chicken dinner ideas or quick meals for a busy weeknight.

Enjoy the balance of tender chicken and crispy veggies, along with the sweet burst of tomatoes. For real, for those exploring low-carb chicken recipes or seeking a fresh meal without much fuss, this one’s a keeper. It is the kind of dish that leaves you feeling good, satisfied and ready for whatever's next.

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INGREDIENTS

Chicken breast 1.25 lbs (550 g)
Extra virgin olive oil 1.3 tbsp (20 g)
Fine salt 1
Black pepper 1 tsp
Lime 1
Oregano 1 tsp
for the side dish
Cluster tomatoes 1.1 lbs (500 g)
Avocado ¾ cup (200 g)
Red onions 3.5 oz (100 g)
Fine salt 1 tsp
Paprika 1 tsp
Black pepper 1 tsp
Preparation

How to prepare Chicken with tomatoes and avocado

To prepare the chicken with tomatoes and avocado, first slice the chicken breast 1, then pound them with a meat tenderizer to make them thinner 2. Transfer the meat to a baking dish, then season with oil, salt, and pepper 3.

Also add the lime zest 4 and its juice 5, finally season with oregano 6. Mix well to flavor.

Cover with plastic wrap 7 and set aside until cooking. Now prepare the tomatoes: after washing and drying them, cut them into wedges and then dice them 8. Clean and chop the red onion 9.

In a bowl, combine the tomatoes and onion 10. Now cut the avocado in half, score the flesh vertically and then horizontally to obtain cubes 11. Add the avocado to the bowl 12.

Season with oil 13, paprika 14, salt, and pepper. Now proceed to cooking: heat a grill well, place the chicken breasts 15 and cook them for 5 minutes.

Then turn them over 16 and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. They should be well grilled and have typical grill marks on the surface 17. Once cooked, serve the chicken immediately with the diced tomatoes and avocado 18.

Storage

We recommend consuming the chicken with diced tomatoes and avocado immediately.

Freezing is not recommended.

Tip

Try adding crumbled feta to enrich the dish with flavor!

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