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Melty California Grilled Avocado Chicken

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz. each
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp dry Italian seasonings
  • 1 fresh garlic clove minced
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 slices high quality mozzarella cheese
  • 4 large slices ripe avocado
  • 4 large slices fresh tomato
  • 4 large fresh basil leaves
  • 2 Tbsps high quality balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsps raw honey

Instructions

  • In a large glass bowl add chicken, oil, garlic, Italian seasonings, sea salt, and pepper. Toss well to get chicken coated.
  • Heat a grill pan or an outside grill to medium-high.
  • Grill chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side (about 10 minutes total), or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
  • Top chicken with mozzarella, avocado, and tomato slices, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, just until cheese is melted.
  • In a small glass bowl whisk balsamic vinegar, honey, and a pinch of salt.
  • Drizzle this balsamic mixture over the chicken and garnish with your fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!