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Mouthwatering Gluten-Free American Lunch: Grilled Chicken Avocado Boats with Tomato Salsa

Discover an easy and delicious gluten-free American lunch recipe with our Grilled Chicken Avocado Boats with Tomato Salsa. Enjoy a balanced meal full of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds while impressing your guests.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 15 minutes - Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1. 4 large ripe avocados 2. 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3. Salt and pepper, to taste 4. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 5. 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 6. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 7. 1 lime, juiced 8. 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 9. 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through, about 6 8 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  3. Slice avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create a boat shape. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
  5. Fill each avocado boat with sliced grilled chicken and top with the prepared tomato salsa.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

The combination of tender grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty tomato salsa creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more!

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the tomato salsa.

Cultural or Historical Background

Grilled chicken and avocado dishes have been popular in American cuisine for decades. The combination of these two ingredients with tomato salsa adds a unique twist to the classic dish.