Juicy Blackened Chicken Avocado Salsa for Flavor Lovers
This Blackened Chicken Avocado recipe is bursting with flavor, combining spices and creamy textures for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- food processor
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for added moisture
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon Paprika smoked paprika for more depth
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be used
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh onion or shallots could work
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin omit for a milder flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjustable to taste
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to preference
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust according to preference
For the Avocado Salsa
- 1 ripe Avocado or guacamole if unavailable
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh lemon juice is a substitute
- 1 clove Garlic or garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Water for thinning
For Serving
- 2 cups Cooked Quinoa or rice/greens as substitutes
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro omit if not preferred
Instructions
Instructions
- Mix spices: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub with olive oil, then coat with the spice mixture.
- Cook chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Blend the sauce: Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Serve it up: Place quinoa on plates, slice blackened chicken, drizzle with avocado sauce, and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
Optional: Serve with a wedge of lime for extra flavor.