Mediterranean Chicken Breast with Avocado Tapenade Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Breast with Avocado Tapenade Recipe

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, roasted and mashed
  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 medium tomato, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup small green olives stuffed with pimientos, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely sliced
  • 1 large ripe, firm Hass avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and finely chopped
  1. In sealable plastic bag, combine chicken and marinade of lemon peel, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Seal bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. In bowl, whisk together remaining 3 tablespoons lemon juice, roasted garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Mix in tomato, green olives, capers, basil and avocado. Place plastic wrap on surface of Avocado Tapenade; set aside.
  3. Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade. Grill over medium-hot coals for 4 to 5 minutes per side or to desired degree of doneness.
  4. Serve with Avocado Tapenade.
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