Grilled California Avocado Chicken

Grilled California Avocado Chicken is tender chicken marinated in an amazing honey garlic balsamic sauce and is grilled to perfection! Topped with a thick slice of mozzarella cheese and avocados, tomatoes, and basil, this chicken is INCREDIBLE!!

The combination of chicken and avocado is one of my favorites! If you love California chicken and don’t have a grill try this delicious California avocado skillet chicken, Chicken Enchiladas with Avocado Cream, or Avocado Chicken Salad.

Grilled California Avocado Chicken

I could not wait to share with you this grilled California avocado chicken!  Cue all of the heart eye emojis for the avocado, tomato, and basil combination! My mouth was watering making this avocado salad of sorts to top off the chicken. It provides a fresh and delicious element on top of the moist, flavorful chicken. It also makes for a vibrant, colorful, and delicious presentation. So pretty!  In spite of looking too great to eat, this grilled California avocado chicken was quickly devoured by my family!

Usually, when something looks and tastes this good, I know I am going to have to put in lots of ingredients and lots of time to make it.  However, this avocado chicken comes together so quickly and easily I was shocked! I am telling you, this was one of the best things that I have ever thrown on the grill. I already can’t wait to make it again. The flavors came together so well and I know that this will become a family favorite at your house as well!

Avocado Chicken Ingredients

First of all, this chicken marinates in a honey garlic balsamic sauce. It marinates to perfection and honestly grills up tender and juicy! The flavor is absolutely unreal in this chicken.

• Balsamic vinegar: This is the acidic ingredient in the marinade that will act as a tenderizer.
• Honey:  Part of the marinade that adds flavor and keeps the chicken super juicy.
• Garlic: Cloves, minced
• Olive oil: The oil in your marinade will penetrate the meat, and bring the other flavors of the marinade along with it.
• Italian seasoning:  The perfect blend of flavors for most things, but especially this avocado chicken!
• Salt and pepper: To taste.
• Chicken: Boneless skinless breasts will grill best.
• Mozzarella: I love how fresh sliced mozzarella pairs with the tomato and basil, but any good melting cheese will work to smother the chicken.
• Avocados: Diced to bite size perfection.
• Roma tomatoes:  Any tomato will work, just be sure to cut into bite sized pieces.
• Basil: Fresh chopped basil is perfect on this chicken.
• Optional: Balsamic vinegar for drizzling

How to Grill California Chicken

And just when you think that it can’t get any better, top it with a thick slice of mozzarella cheese when it comes off of the grill. It gets so melty and ooey-gooey. Then, JUST when you think it can’t possibly get any better with the ooey-gooey cheese on top comes the avocado, tomato, and basil.  Mind blown!

1. Marinate chicken: In a medium sized bowl, whisk the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, olive oil, italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Mix avocado topping: Meanwhile, in a small bowl add the avocado, tomato, basil and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Grill: Heat the grill to medium high heat. Grill the chicken on each side about 6 minutes or until cooked throughout and no longer pink.
4. Dress chicken and serve: Top with mozzarella cheese and avocado, tomato basil mixture. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.

Grilling the Perfect Grilled California Avocado Chicken

Chicken can be tricky to grill without drying it out, but I’ve got all the tips to keep it moist and tender.

• Make sure your grill is clean before you begin and rub some oil on the grates to prevent the chicken from sticking.
• Thinly sliced chicken breasts won’t take as long to reach temperature. If your chicken breasts are really thick, pound them to thin them out.  It will reduce cooking time and help it to cook more evenly.
• Basic rule is 3-5 minutes per side on medium to high heat, but will vary depending on the thickness of your meat.
• You are aiming for a medium, indirect heat while grilling so that the outside of the chicken does not burn while you get the inside up to temperature.
• Keep the grill closed while cooking. This will keep the heat in and allow the chicken to cook quicker and more evenly.
• The chicken is done the temperature reaches 165 degrees or the juices run clear.
• The chicken will continue to cook slightly even after removed from the grill.

Variations for Grilled Chicken

It may not be possible to improve on this amazing recipe, but we tried.

• Marinate: Marinate in a combination of olive oil, lime juice, cilantro and garlic. (The longer it marinates the more flavor you will get, so if you have more time, let it sit in the juices for up to 24 hours.)
• Add more flavor! If you want even more spice and flavor: Add garlic seasoning on the chicken and use pepper jack cheese instead of mozzarella.
• Toppings: To change it up, you could even add black olives or bacon on top. Because let’s be honest.  Everything is better with bacon!
• What to serve with it? Serve with rice, a fresh salad, or seasoned fingerling potatoes.
• Bake instead of grilling: Cover the chicken with foil and cook chicken only at 350 for approximately 45 minutes depending on thickness of the chicken.  Then, uncover and add cheese and basil and place back in the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.  Finally, top with the fresh avocado mixture immediately before serving.

Storing Grilled Chicken

I am not sure you will have any leftovers with this delicious chicken but it is easy to store just in case. Here are a few steps to help keep your grilled chicken fresh.

• Allow to cool after cooking no more than 2 hours before refrigerating or freezing.
• Store in a shallow airtight container.
• Grilled California Avocado Chicken will be good in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 4 months.
• To avoid freezer burn be sure to pack your chicken tightly with airtight heavy-duty foil, plastic wrap or freezer paper or putting it in a freezer bag.

More Chicken Recipes To Love

When cooking with chicken, it’s a winner-winner chicken dinner! You just can’t go wrong. It is a low fat, high protein meat that is mild in flavor so it goes with everything! You can spices and other ingredients from all sorts of different cultures. Grill it, bake it, instant pot it, or air fryer it and it all works! There are both light and dark parts to the chicken which gives it versatility and diversity. Make up one of these chicken recipes tonight and rediscover how easy it is to work with chicken and how delicious it is too!

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Grilled California Avocado Chicken

Grilled California Avocado Chicken marinates in an amazing honey garlic balsamic sauce and is grilled to perfection! It is topped with a thick slice of mozzarella cheese and avocados, tomatoes and basil. This chicken is INCREDIBLE!!

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword avocado chicken, california avocado chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 22 minutes

Servings 4 People

Calories 558kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

• Utopia Kitchen Cooking Knives

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 slices mozzarella cheese
• 2 avocados diced
• 3 roma tomatoes diced (any tomato will work)
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
• salt and pepper
• balsamic vinegar for drizzling optional

Instructions

• In a medium sized bowl whisk the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl add the avocado, tomato, basil and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
• Heat the grill to medium high heat. Grill the chicken on each side about 6 minutes or until cooked throughout and no longer pink. Top with mozzarella cheese and avocado, tomato basil mixture. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.

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Updated on July 21, 2021

Originally Posted on June 11, 2017

Nutrition

Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 1123mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 775IU | Vitamin C: 18.5mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 2mg

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“So many good flavors! I w’ ill make this over and over forever!” – Andrea

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Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler

Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler is a warm baked fruit dessert that is topped with a perfect biscuit-like crust.  The warm cinnamon spice is comforting and satisfying and nails a perfect summer dessert!

For more delicious sweet apple flavor try Best Ever Dutch Apple Pie or Perfect Apple Pie.  Top these sweet and fruity pies with ice cream for a huge hit dessert!

Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler

Apple cobbler is a classic dessert that families have been enjoying together for years.  However, it is in no way out of style.  This cobbler is timeless and will continue to be a tried and true hit for a long time to come.  The flavors are perfectly balanced with the sweet and tart flavors of the apples and the warm cinnamon.  Then the soft and flaky crust on top creates a pie like texture that melts in your mouth.

Not only does this old fashioned apple cobbler taste amazing, but it is versatile and easy to make. The recipe is quick and easy to follow and is impossible to mess up.  Everyone will be amazed at how soft and sweet this cobbler is.  Pair it with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream and this dessert will be the star of the meal!

Ingredients Apple Cobbler:

Don’t be scared off by this long list of ingredients.  Many of the items are seasonings and basics you already have in your pantry.  The classic apple cobbler flavors are created quickly with these simple and easy to use items.

Filling:

• Granny Smith apples: Peel and sliced before adding them to the bottom of the dish.
• Brown sugar: Measure brown sugar when packed down.
• Apple juice: Gets poured over the apples to make the most delicious sauce as it cooks.
• Cinnamon: Warm spice that creates the classic apple/cinnamon flavor.
• Lemon Juice: The acid helps soften the apples and gives a hint of citrus.
• Cornstarch: Thickens the apple sauce that gets poured over the apples.

Biscuit Topping:

• Flour: Thickening agent.
• Sugar: Adds sweetness to the crust.
• Baking powder: Creates a light, biscuit like texture.
• Cold butter: Sliced
• Milk: Keeps the dough moist.

Topping:

• Sugar: Even more sweetness!
• Cinnamon: Warm spice found in the topping and the filling for consistent flavor throughout.

How to Make Apple Cobbler from Scratch:

A perfect apple cobbler is much easier that you would think.  It is really a no fail recipe that even a beginning baker will be successful making every time!

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 9×13 inch pan.  Then, add sliced apples to the bottom.
2. Cook apple sauce: In a medium sized saucepan add the brown sugar, apple juice, cinnamon, lemon juice and cornstarch. Now, bring the mixture to a boil and reduce heat.  Let that simmer until it starts to thicken for about 2 minutes. Once it is finished, pour it over the apples and toss.
3. To make the biscuit topping: In a food processor add the flour, sugar, baking powder and butter. Pulse until the butter has incorporated. Add to a medium sized bowl. Add the milk and combine. Drop on top of the apple mixture.
4. Add topping: Combine sugar and cinnamon then sprinkle on top of the biscuits.
5. Bake: Cook for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and toothpick comes clean.

What’s the Difference Between Pie and Cobbler?

The main difference between a pie and a cobbler has to do with the crusts.   A pie has a top and bottom crust where a cobbler has only a top crust.  The fruit is placed directly on the bottom of the dish in a cobbler.  Additionally, the crust of a cobbler is more like a biscuit consistency instead of the pastry dough you will find in a pie.  Cobblers can also be prepared in any dish, where a pie is presented in a pie pan.

Tips for the BEST Apple Cobbler:

A flaky crust drizzled with cinnamon sugar is perfect for entertaining.  Everyone will devour it quickly and talk about it for much longer.  Keep these couple of tips in mind as you prepare to wow your friends and family.

• Apples: There is no need to pre-cook the apples because they will cook during the bake time.  The peel does need to be removed because it will not break down during cooking.
• Butter: Use real butter for this recipe.  Swaps are not going to give you the same delicious buttery crust and flaky texture.

Can you Make Homemade Cobbler Ahead?

Yes! You can prepare this amazing dessert up to 2 days before you plan to bake it.  Loosely cover your cobbler to store it in the refrigerator.  However, to freeze it you will need to tightly cover it and bake it within 5 months.  For best results, poke a few holes in the top of the apple cobbler if baking it from frozen.

Store the apple pie for two days at room temperature. So, if you know you will not eat it right away, loosely cover and keep it in the refrigerator instead where it will stay good for up to 5 days.  To freeze, you will want to wrap it tightly and enjoy it within 3 months.

More Delicious Cobbler Recipes:

• Homemade Mini Peach Cobbler
• Peach Cobbler Bars
• Apple Cobbler Crisp
• Amazing Pecan Pie Cobbler
• Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler

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Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler

Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler is a warm baked fruit dessert that is topped with a perfect biscuit-like crust.  The warm cinnamon spice is comforting and satisfying and nails a perfect summer dessert!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword apple cobbler, cobbler, homemade apple cobbler, homemade cobbler, old fashioned apple cobbler

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Servings 8 Slices

Calories 420kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Granny Smith apples peeled and sliced 1/4 thick
• 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch

Biscuit topping:

• 1 1/4 cup flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 10 tablespoons cold butter sliced
• 3/4 cup milk

Topping:

• 1 Tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan. Add sliced apples to the bottom.
• In a medium sized saucepan add the brown sugar, apple juice, cinnamon, lemon juice and cornstarch. Bring to a boil and reduce heat and let simmer until it starts to thicken about 2 minutes. Pour over apples and toss.

To make the biscuit topping:

• In a food processor add the flour, sugar, baking powder and butter. Pulse until the butter has incorporated. Add to a medium sized bowl. Add the milk and combine. Drop on top of the apple mixture.

To make the topping:

• Combine sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top of the biscuits. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and toothpick comes clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 536IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg

 

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