Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe
Bacon jam, lettuce, Tillamook cheddar cheese & avocado crema
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Bacon Jam
Avocado Crema
Assembly
Method
Prepare Chicken
- 1
Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill Chicken
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Once done, remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Make Bacon Jam
- 3
Cook Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
- 4
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Chop the cooked bacon and add it back to the skillet along with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 5-10 minutes until thickened.
Make Avocado Crema
- 6
Blend Ingredients
In a blender or food processor, combine ripe avocados, sour cream, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assemble Dish
- 7
Layer Ingredients
On a serving plate, place the grilled chicken breast. Top with bacon jam, a slice of Tillamook cheddar cheese, and a few lettuce leaves. Drizzle with avocado crema.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious grilled chicken breast with bacon jam, cheddar cheese, and avocado crema!
