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California grilled chicken breasts topped with avocado, mozzarella, tomatoes, and balsamic glaze.
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5 from 2 votes

California Grilled Chicken

This healthy, vibrant, and flavorful California grilled chicken breast starts with a honey balsamic marinade, and finishes with a topping of mozzarella, avocado, and tomato.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinate30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Laurel Perry

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes quartered
  • 2 tablespoons sliced basil
  • balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk the balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    ¾ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    Honey balsamic marinade in a glass mixing bowl.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a large zip top bag and pour the marinade over the top. Seal the bag and massage the bag until all the chicken is coated in the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.
    4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    Chicken breasts marinating in a resealable bag.
  • While the chicken marinates and just before grilling, combine the avocado and cherry tomatoes in a bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
    2 avocados, 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
    Chopped tomato and avocado salsa in a glass mixing bowl.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grates as needed. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Top each breast with a slice of mozzarella, cover and cook until melted, about 1-2 minutes
    4 slices mozzarella cheese
    Chicken breasts topped with mozzarella, cooking in a grill pan.
  • Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and top each breast with ¼ of the avocado tomato mixture, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
    2 tablespoons sliced basil, balsamic glaze
    California avocado grilled chicken breasts arranged on a white serving platter.

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Notes

  • This can be made using a grill pan or outdoor grill.
  • To make your own balsamic glaze, combine 2 cups balsamic vinegar and ½ cup brown sugar in a medium saucepan. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the mixture coats the back of a spoon. Cool before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 453mg | Potassium: 1272mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1243IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg