Blackened Chicken With Avocado Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Blackened Chicken With Avocado Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Quinoa:; 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup quinoa; 1/2 cup chopped scallions; 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; Blackened Chicken:; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; non-stick cooking spray; Avocado Cream Sauce:; 1/2 avocado; 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek-style yogurt; 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

Quinoa:
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quinoa
1/2 cup chopped scallions
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
Blackened Chicken:
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
non-stick cooking spray
Avocado Cream Sauce:
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek-style yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir quinoa into the broth and bring again to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
2
Stir scallions and 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice into the quinoa.
3
Mix paprika, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and sea salt together in a small bowl; rub onto chicken breasts to season completely.
4
Prepare a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
5
Lay chicken breasts into the hot skillet, cover skillet with a lid, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
6
Blend avocado, yogurt, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, and garlic powder in a food processor until smooth.
7
Spread quinoa onto a serving platter. Arrange chicken breasts onto the platter. Drizzle avocado cream sauce over the chicken breasts.

383

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Quinoa:, 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup chopped scallions, and more.

Yes, Blackened Chicken With Avocado Cream Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Blackened Chicken With Avocado Cream Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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