How to Make Cumin Rubbed Chicken with Avocado Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a flavor-packed, healthy recipe to liven up your dinner routine? Look no further than this cumin-rubbed chicken with avocado salsa. This dish brings together the bold flavors of cumin-rubbed chicken and the creamy texture of avocado salsa for a truly satisfying meal. It's perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or for entertaining friends and family on the weekends.

The cumin-rubbed chicken is the star of this dish, bursting with aromatic and earthy flavors. The ground cumin...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 fully ripened Avocado from Mexico, halved, pitted, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
  • ½ cup diced cucumber
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In small bowl, combine 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, the cumin and pepper; rub on chicken.
  • In large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook, turning occasionally, until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine Avocado, tomato, cucumber, onion, cilantro and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Serve over cumin-rubbed chicken with whole grain couscous or rice, if desired.
  • Nutrition

    254 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 664mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 711mg