Cheesy Chicken Avocado
Indulge in the blissful combination of creamy avocado, tender chicken, and melted cheese with this Cheesy Chicken Avocado recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish offers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make meal that brings everyone together around the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly on both sides.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- While the chicken bakes, mash avocados in a bowl. Stir in lime juice and cilantro until well combined.
- Once baked, top each chicken breast with the avocado mixture and sprinkle shredded cheeses on top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm, drizzled with extra lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast topped with avocado mixture (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg