Description
Avocado Chicken Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines creamy avocados with tender chicken. This refreshing salad is perfect for warm days, serving as a light lunch or satisfying dinner option. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by boiling or grilling until fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes). Allow to cool and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard; add lime juice for flavor.
- Dice avocados and chop onions and cilantro; halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Combine shredded chicken with diced avocados, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the mixture and gently combine until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly when pressed for the best texture. For added crunch, consider mixing in sliced almonds or sunflower seeds. To keep leftovers fresh longer, store in an airtight container with extra lime juice on top.