California Grilled Chicken

When it comes to reliable summer dinners, grilled chicken is a staple in our weekly rotation. Along with being easy to whip up on the grill, chicken breasts are endlessly versatile: they can take to a variety of flavors, seasonings, and toppings, so dinner never has to be boring. In this California version, our seasoned grilled chicken is topped with mozzarella, avocado, and tomato on the grill, resulting in a cheesy, flavor-packed main course. Top it with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh basil, and you've got a fresh dinner on your hands in under an hour. 

Variations. 
We love this recipe as is, but feel free to switch it up based on what you're craving! No mozzarella on hand? Feel free to replace it with your favorite melty cheese (Monterey Jack or pepper jack would be a great additions), or even with a sprinkle of feta. Not an avocado fan? No worries—we think the creamy, fresh taste is truly special in this recipe, but if it's not your thing, you can leave it off. If you have some extra bruschetta on hand (or just can't get enough of the fresh side), top your chicken with it instead, just like we did in our bruschetta chicken recipe. 

Serving ideas. 
Since you've got the grill fired up, why not serve this chicken dinner with some grilled veggies? Our grilled asparagus, grilled baked potatoes, or tomato gnocchi kebabs would all be delicious (and easy) pairings. Or, serve this up with one of our fresh BBQ sides (we're looking at you, Greek salad and black bean and corn salad) for an extra refreshing dinner. 

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