Grilled California Avocado Chicken – Juicy Chicken Recipes You'll Crave
This grilled California avocado chicken is a weeknight win I keep coming back to. Juicy grilled chicken topped with creamy avocado slices, sweet balsamic glaze, fresh tomato, and gooey melted mozzarella? Sign me up every time.
I’ve made this dish more times than I can count, and not once have I regretted it. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’re sitting on a patio in Southern California with the sun warming your shoulders. And hey, it only takes about 30 minutes.
If you love easy grilled chicken recipes, or just need new ideas for recipes with grilled chicken, this one’s a keeper. It checks all the boxes: protein-packed, full of color, big flavor, and easy cleanup. This isn’t your basic recipe with grilled chicken. It’s a flavor-packed favorite that beats any recipe chicken dish I’ve had in restaurants — even those trying to mimic a K F C chicken recipe vibe but with way more freshness.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- Fresh chopped cilantro or basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush grates with oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness. Rub them with olive oil, then season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- During the last 2 minutes of grilling, sprinkle mozzarella evenly over each piece of chicken. Close the lid to melt the cheese.
- Remove chicken from the grill and immediately top with sliced avocado and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle fresh herbs over the top if using.
- Serve warm and enjoy!