Elevate your grilling game with this vibrant California Grilled Chicken recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of Italian seasoning, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection. Topped with creamy avocado slices and served alongside a crisp salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber, this dish brings the flavors of sunny California right to your dinner table.
YIELDS: 4 serving(s)
PREP TIME: 20 mins
TOTAL TIME: 40 mins
CAL/SERV: 597
Ingredients
- 3/4 c. balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices mozzarella
- 4 slices avocado
- 4 slices tomato
- 2 tbsp. Freshly sliced basil, for garnish
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, honey, oil, and Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper. Pour over chicken and marinate 20 minutes.
Step 2
When ready to grill, heat grill to medium-high. Oil grates and grill chicken until charred and cooked through, 8 minutes per side.
Step 3
Top chicken with mozzarella, avocado, and tomato and cover grill to melt, 2 minutes.
Step 4
Garnish with basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
