Description
This Avocado Chicken Salad is a creamy, nutritious, and delicious dish perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Combining tender cooked chicken breast with ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and crunchy veggies, it offers a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional chicken salad. Serve it on toast, in lettuce wraps, or as a sandwich filling for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, mash the avocado with the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) and lime juice until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which creates the flavorful base of the salad.
- Add the chicken and vegetables: Incorporate the shredded or chopped cooked chicken, finely chopped red onion, celery, and fresh cilantro into the avocado mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Season and combine: Sprinkle garlic powder and season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Stir all ingredients gently until well coated and combined.
- Serve or chill: You can serve the salad immediately for freshness or chill it for 30 minutes to help the flavors meld together. Enjoy it on toast, in lettuce wraps, or as a sandwich filling.
Notes
- Best served the same day due to avocado browning.
- To keep leftovers fresh, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing the container.
- Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and added flavor.
