Avocado salsa chicken recipe

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This avocado salsa chicken recipe is two of my favorite things:  Scrumptious and easy!  It’s not often you can make something very impressive with only a few ingredients.  This one is a keeper for sure, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests.  Goes great with Easy Black Beans and Rice! Inspired by Avocado Chicken Parmigiana by Cuisine Paradise.

Servings Prep Time
4 10 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    pounded to about 1/2″ inch thick if pieces are large
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1 avocado
    sliced thin
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese
    shredded
Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cilantro, and salt. Add chicken breasts, and toss to coat. Allow to marinade while oven preheats.
  3. Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake in preheated oven approximately 20 minutes, until cooked through and juices run clear.
  4. Remove chicken from oven and turn on broiler.
  5. Spread about 1/4 c. salsa on top of each piece of chicken. Arrange avocado slices evenly over salsa. Carefully spread a layer of cheese on top of avocado.
  6. Broil for 3-5 minutes, until cheese is melted. Serve and graciously accept compliments.

 

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