Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe
This Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines creamy avocado with tender chicken and crunchy vegetables.It's quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and easily customizable. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this versatile dish can be served in various ways and is ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced (about 2 medium breasts)
- ½ to 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- ¼ cup celery finely diced
- ¼ cup red bell pepper diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt for extra creaminess
Instructions
- If starting with raw chicken, season it with salt and pepper, then grill or bake until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Let it cool, then dice into small cubes.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a large bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency (smooth or slightly chunky).
- Add the diced chicken, halved cherry or grape tomatoes, red onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the bowl with the mashed avocado.
- Sprinkle in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- If using, add the Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.