California Avocado Chicken

California Avocado Chicken

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

·       ¾ cup balsamic vinegar

·       ¼ cup honey

·       3 cloves garlic, minced

·       2 Tablespoons olive oil

·       2 teaspoons italian seasoning

·       ½ teaspoon salt

·       ¼ teaspoon pepper

·       4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

·       4 slices mozzarella cheese

·       2 avocados, diced

·       3 roma tomatoes, diced (any tomato will work)

·       ¼ cup fresh chopped basil

·       salt and pepper

·       balsamic vinegar for drizzling (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1.     In a medium sized bowl whisk the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.

2.     Meanwhile, in a small bowl add the avocado, tomato, basil and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

3.     Heat the grill to medium high heat. Grill the chicken on each side about 6 minutes or until cooked throughout and no longer pink. Top with mozzarella cheese and avocado, tomato basil mixture. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.