Dairy-Free Cheesy Avocado Chicken Bake

Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of this Dairy-Free Cheesy Avocado Chicken Bake, a wholesome and satisfying dish that's perfect for health-conscious foodies. Featuring tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts layered with a luscious avocado mixture blended with nutrient-packed nutritional yeast for a cheesy, dairy-free twist, this oven-baked dish delivers big flavor in every bite. Topped with juicy grape tomatoes and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe combines bold spices, fresh ingredients, and a simple prep for an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing main course. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein, making it a perfect addition to your list of go-to, allergy-friendly recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 pieces ripe avocados
• 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 cup grape tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a baking dish with a little olive oil.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and then sprinkle the spice mixture evenly, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

Step 5

Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, mash the avocados until smooth. Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 7

Spread the avocado mixture evenly over each chicken breast.

Step 8

Slice the grape tomatoes in half and scatter them over the avocado layer on the chicken.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Once cooked, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your Dairy-Free Cheesy Avocado Chicken Bake.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1232.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1973.5

Total Fat 97.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2900.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 229.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 154.9mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3896.7mg	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: 44.8%

Protein: 46.6%

Carbs: 8.7%