California Chicken

Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible California Chicken recipe, a vibrant fusion of bold flavors and fresh ingredients! Juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts are seasoned with a tantalizing blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper before being crowned with sweet, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and gooey melted mozzarella cheese. To top it off, a refreshing avocado and basil topping, kissed with a touch of zesty lemon juice, adds a creamy, herbaceous finish that screams California sunshine. Perfectly easy to make in just 40 minutes, this dish is a go-to for a healthy yet indulgent meal that's both weeknight-friendly and elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or roasted veggies for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner. Keywords: California Chicken recipe, avocado chicken, sun-dried tomato chicken, easy baked chicken dinner, healthy chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 small avocados
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rub the chicken breasts on both sides with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Make sure to coat them evenly.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat. Spread the sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the top of each chicken breast.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sun-dried tomatoes.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

While the chicken is baking, slice the avocados and toss them with fresh basil leaves and lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning.

Step 9

Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Top each chicken breast with the avocado and basil mixture, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2860.9

Total Fat 172.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 671.9mg	0%
Sodium 4714.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 259.5g	0%

Vitamin D 34.8IU	0%
Calcium 1023.6mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 6951.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 36.5%

Carbs: 9.0%