Spicy Avocado Chicken

Spicy Avocado Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    518

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this Spicy Avocado Chicken! Tender chicken breasts are infused with a fiery blend of spices, then topped with a cool and creamy avocado relish. A quick, easy, and impressive dish perfect for any night of the week.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    8 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    646 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. (10-14 minutes)

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Recipe View An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View While the chicken rests, prepare the avocado relish: In a medium bowl, gently combine the minced red onion, diced avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Spoon the avocado relish generously over the cooked chicken breasts. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
To prevent the avocado from browning, toss it with the lime juice immediately after dicing.
Serve with a side of rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 172 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Hugh Stehr

    I added a pinch of cumin to the spice rub and it was delicious!

  • Clyde Gottlieb

    The avocado salsa is the star of the show! So fresh and flavorful.

  • Harrison Ondricka

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So quick and easy for a weeknight meal.

  • Lorine Sanford

    A great way to use up ripe avocados.

  • Bethel Kertzmann

    I used chicken thighs instead of breasts and it worked perfectly.

  • Helena Leffler

    My family loved this! Even my picky eater asked for seconds.

  • Aron Stroman

    I doubled the avocado salsa recipe because we couldn't get enough!

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