Description

This Grilled Chicken With Fresh Avocado Tomato Salad is a vibrant and healthy meal that combines juicy, well-seasoned grilled chicken breasts with a refreshing salad of ripe avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this dish is easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and balances protein with wholesome fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (6-8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

For the Avocado Tomato Salad

2 pieces Ripe Avocados, diced
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1 small Red Onion, finely chopped (soaked in cold water to mellow flavor)
1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
1 handful Fresh Cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Coat the boneless, skinless chicken breasts thoroughly with this mixture to ensure flavor and moisture retention during cooking.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. This will allow for a good sear and proper cooking of the chicken breasts without drying them out.
Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring the meat is cooked through but still juicy. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes.
Prepare the Salad: While the chicken is grilling, combine the diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion in a mixing bowl. Add the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro, then gently toss the ingredients to coat and blend the flavors.
Assemble and Serve: Plate the grilled chicken breasts alongside or on top of the fresh avocado tomato salad. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm grilled chicken and cool, refreshing salad.

Notes

Use ripe avocados that are slightly soft to the touch for the best texture and flavor in the salad.
Soaking red onion in cold water for 10 minutes reduces its sharpness and adds a pleasant mild crunch.
Resting the grilled chicken after cooking allows juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier meat.
For added zest, consider sprinkling extra lime juice over the grilled chicken just before serving.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be easily adapted to accommodate various dietary preferences.