Prep Time: 25 mins, Cook Time: 15 mins, Total Time: 45 mins, Makes: 6 servings
Flavorful, juicy and easy to make, these Blackened Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Cucumber Salad are perfect any night of the week. Serve these grilled chicken thighs at your next cookout. This mouthwatering recipe hits the spot every single time. Your family and friends will love this delicious combo.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds Smart Chicken Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
2 tablespoons avocado oil, plus more for grilling
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne
For the Avocado Cucumber Salad
1 cup English cucumber, diced
1 cup avocado, diced
¼ cup sweet onion, finely diced
2 tablespoon cilantro, chopped small, option to use Italian parsley
For the Dressing
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoons lime juice, fresh squeezed
½ tablespoon honey
pinch kosher salt
few turns cracked black pepper
Directions
Mix the Blackening Spice: Combine paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, kosher salt, cracked black pepper, cumin, onion powder and cayenne in a small mixing bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Season the Chicken Thighs: Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to a glass bowl. Add the avocado oil and season with the blackening spice mixture. Make sure the thighs are all well coated in the spice rub and avocado oil.
Make the Salad: Start by mixing the dressing. Combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh squeezed lime juice, honey, kosher salt and cracked black pepper. Whisk until well combined. Set aside.
Next, combine the diced English cucumber, finely diced sweet onion, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with as much or as little dressing as you desire and gently toss. Once combined, cover with saran wrap and refrigerate until the chicken is ready.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to 400-450 degrees Fahrenheit. Lubricate the grill grates with avocado oil as instructed above. Once the grill is hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure doneness. Remove the chicken thighs from the grill.
Assemble: Place the grilled chicken thighs on a serving platter and top with the cucumber avocado salad. Option to serve with fresh lime wedges on the side. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
serving: 1 serving or 1 thigh with 1/6 of the salad with dressing, calories: 272kcal, carbohydrates: 6g, protein: 23g, fat: 18g, saturated fat: 3g, polyunsaturated fat: 3g, monounsaturated fat: 11g, trans fat: 0.02g, cholesterol: 108mg, sodium: 301mg, potassium: 453mg, fiber: 2g, sugar: 2g, vitamin a: 204IU, vitamin c: 5mg, calcium: 21mg, iron: 1mg