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Green‑Seasoned Chicken with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Juicy, pan‑seared chicken marinated in authentic Jamaican green seasoning, served with a bright, silky avocado‑cilantro sauce and a simple fresh salad.
Sliced green‑seasoned chicken served with creamy avocado sauce and a fresh arugula salad.
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Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine Caribbean Fusion, Jamaican Inspired
Keyword avocado cilantro sauce, green seasoning chicken, healthy chicken dinner, Jamaican chicken recipe
Cost $10-$14

Equipment

  • Skillet for searing chicken
  • Blender or food processor for avocado sauce
  • Cutting board + knife for prep
  • Mixing bowl for salad

Ingredients

Chicken Ingredients

  • 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded thin
  • 2 teaspoon tsp salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 tablespoon Jamaican green seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil avocado or grapeseed
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional, for gloss
  • Lime wedges for serving

Creamy Avocado Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 scallions
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 Juice of lime
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: small piece Scotch bonnet or jalapeño
  • Optional: splash of water to thin

Simple Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh arugula
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced sweet onion
  • ½ cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch Fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

Chicken

  • Pat chicken dry.
  • Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Rub Jamaican green seasoning evenly over chicken.
  • Let sit 10–15 minutes (or up to 4 hours refrigerated).
  • Heat skillet over medium‑high and add oil.
  • Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Optional: add butter and baste for extra gloss.
  • Rest 3 minutes, then slice on the bias.

Avocado Sauce

  • Add avocado, cilantro, scallions, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and salt to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Add a splash of water if needed to loosen.
  • Adjust salt and lime to taste.

Simple Salad

  • Combine arugula, onion, and cucumber in a bowl.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
  • Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  • Toss gently.

Notes

  • Marinating: The longer the chicken sits in green seasoning, the deeper the flavor.
  • Heat Level: Add Scotch bonnet to the avocado sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Protein Swaps: Works beautifully with shrimp, salmon, or tofu.
  • Serving Ideas: Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, or plantains.
  • Storage: Chicken keeps 3 days; avocado sauce is best fresh but lasts 24 hours with extra lime.