Avocado Chicken Recipe

This surprisingly delicious recipe delivers incredibly moist and tender baked chicken breasts! The secret? A tangy tomato and creamy avocado topping that locks in juicy flavor. This family favorite is easy to make and ready in under an hour – perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 481.4 kcal
Protein 87g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Avocado Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Avocado Chicken

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Egg
  • Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Avocado
  • Tomatoes
  • Deli Ham
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese

How to Make Avocado Chicken

  1. Gently pound 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness (about ½ inch).
  2. Dredge the chicken breasts in 1 cup all-purpose flour, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. Dip each floured breast into 2 large eggs, lightly beaten.
  4. Coat the chicken in 1 ½ cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs.
  5. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Sauté the chicken for 1-2 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  7. Arrange the chicken breasts in a lightly oiled 13x9 inch baking dish.
  8. Top each chicken breast with 1 slice ripe avocado, 1 slice tomato (about ¼ inch thick), and 1 slice of deli ham.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes.
  10. Top each breast with 1 slice of Swiss cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

50g

Carbs

7g