This Chicken with Avocado Sauce is exactly what I want at the end of a busy day. It has the best of everything - smoky chicken breasts, and an avocado sauce with onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. You are going to want to make this recipe time and again. (And with just 20 minutes of hands on time, it couldn’t be easier!). This recipe is keto friendly, low-carb, and gluten-free. Make it dairy free by using dairy-free yogurt, mayonnaise or sour cream.
Chicken is always a staple in my kitchen, and I love finding ways to switch things up while keeping it simple. This Chicken with Avocado Sauce has quickly become one of my go-to weeknight meals—it's easy to make creamy, and packed with flavor.
When I tested this recipe, I was blown away by how well the smoky seasoning paired with the cool, rich avocado sauce. My version uses simple pantry staples and comes together fast, making it perfect for busy nights when you want something a little different but don’t have time for anything complicated.
This dish pairs beautifully with all kinds of sides. I especially love serving it with Sautéed Broccolini, Instant Pot Green Beans, or Sautéed Brussels Sprouts—each one adds a pop of freshness that really complements the rich flavors of the chicken and avocado.
How to Make Chicken with Avocado Sauce
Step By Step Instructions for Grilled Chicken with Avocado
1 Make the Marinade
Combine the avocado oil, smoked paprika, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl.
2 Marinate Chicken
Place chicken in a large zip top plastic bag. Pour oil mixture over it. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
3 Make Sauce
Meanwhile, combine avocado, Greek Yogurt, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a blender.
Process until smooth.
Refrigerate until ready to serve or up to 24 hours
4 Grill
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat. Remove the chicken from that marinated and grill until cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. Serve To serve, plate the chicken, and top with avocado sauce.
Variations for This Recipe
- Add a teaspoon of minced garlic to the avocado sauce.
- Add ½ teaspoon lime zest.
- Use parsley in place of the cilantro.
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Chicken with Creamy Avocado Sauce
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces boneless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Avocado Sauce for Chicken
- 1 avocado chopped
- ¼ cup Greek Yogurt or Mayo or Sour Cream
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 jalapeno chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice.
- zucchini for serving with zoodles
Instructions
Marinate
- In a small bowl combine oil, salt, smoked paprika and onion powder. Place chicken in a large zip top plastic bag and pour oil mixture over. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
Make the Sauce
- Meanwhile, make the avocado sauce by combining the avocado, Greek Yogurt, red onion cilantro, jalapeño and lime juice in a blender. Process until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cooki
- Preheat grill pan to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinate and place on grill pan. Cook about 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
Serve
- To serve, place chicken on a plate and top with avocado sauce.
RunToTheFinish says
Being dairy free makes it so hard to adapt some recipes, but sure I could do this!
Wendy Polisi says
Yes - just used dairy free yogurt or homemade mayo!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
I love the simplicity of this recipe! And such a yummy combo too. I agree that I feel so much better when I eat protein and healthy fats than carbs alone. But I do love my carbs!!
Wendy Polisi says
I am the same way! If it weren't for how they make me feel, I'd be happy on nothing but carbs.
Stephanie Burris says
Simple and good. Served on Gluten Free Pasta. I think it would be wonderful on roasted veggies. Very simple. Think Garlic in the sauce could be good!
The Domestic Dietitian says
When I had gestational diabetes with both my pregnancies, I loved glucerna! This chicken sounds fantastic, especially the smokiness of the chicken!
Wendy Polisi says
Thanks so much!
Alisa Fleming says
What a delicious-looking recipe Wendy! Your ideas are always fabulous.
Wendy Polisi says
Thanks so much Alisa!
Julie Wunder says
Love anything with avocados. They are so versatile and yummy.
Wendy Polisi says
I know - me too! I could eat them three meals a day!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
This looks so flavorful! Love the marinade for that chicken.
Wendy Polisi says
Thanks so much!
Terri says
What's in homemade mayo?
Wendy Polisi says
Recipes vary but generally eggs, oil, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Tristan Chua says
Wow what a wonderful recipe! My mom is diabetic but sometimes she craves for certain foods that isn't allowed for her but I'll definitely make this one for her. Hopefully, it'll look and TASTE like what you did. Thanks for sharing this!
Carrie Furr says
What sides can you make with this to keep it anti-inflammatory?
Wendy Polisi says
I like this with Zucchini Noodles or Mashed Cauliflower.
Margaret Clark says
The recipe says 16 ounces of chicken - then says 14 ounces of boneless chicken breast. Please clarify!
Lisa O says
5 stars for sure! This recipe will be a weekly staple in our house. My husband, usually a meat and potatoes guy, said it was not only beautiful but best dish in a long time. Wish I could upload a picture. The sauce was delicious. I also added some sun dried tomatoes to my zoodles, yum. Thanks much.
Wendy Polisi says
So glad that you all enjoyed it.
Valerie P says
So great! Wish I'd doubled the recipe because there were NO leftovers! Even the picky kid loved it.
Wendy Polisi says
So glad that you all enjoyed it!
Jill says
So good! Sautéed the zoodles with a little onion and jalapeño and served some roasted cherry tomatoes with garlic alongside. Avocado sauce was perfect
Wendy Polisi says
So glad that you enjoyed it!
Brandi Sigona says
Wow this chicken is AMAZING! I made it last night and my husband (a very good chef and difficult to please) said that it was wonderful! I am making it again tonight to put into a wrap with the avocado sauce. Thank you for the amazing recipe!
Wendy Polisi says
I am so glad you all enjoyed it!
Amy K says
Made this for my brother and sister-in-law last Friday night. Truly delicious moist chicken and sauce. I reduced the amount of paprika and eliminated the jalapeno from the sauce (and added salt) due to a low spice tolerance and it was still super yummy. Grilled the zucchini for extra flavor. Thanks for a fantastic recipe!
Wendy Polisi says
I am so glad that you enjoyed it!