GRILLED CHICKEN WITH AVOCADO-CITRUS SAUCE

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS METHOD
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 California avocado, pureed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (+ as needed)
  • 6 (about 6 ounces each) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • Black pepper
  • 6 each lemon, lime, and orange slices
  • Sauté garlic in 1 teaspoon butter until soft but not coloured, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cream.
  • Heat to a simmer, stirring frequently; do not boil.
  • Stir in orange zest, juices, avocado, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Keep warm.
  • Melt remaining butter.
  • Brush chicken with butter.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 450 degrees F until chicken is browned and just firm to the touch, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve each breast with 1/4 cup avocado sauce, garnish with a slice of each citrus fruit.

 

Nutrition Information per Serving: 450 calories, 29g of fat, 165mg of cholesterol, 220mg of sodium, and 41g of protein