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Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad combines creamy avocado with tender chicken and crisp vegetables for a quick, protein-packed, and nutritious meal. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, it’s versatile and easily customizable.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. If using raw chicken, season with salt and pepper, then grill or bake until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Let cool and dice.
  2. Cut avocados in half, remove pit, and scoop flesh into a large bowl. Mash to desired consistency.
  3. Add diced chicken, halved tomatoes, red onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the bowl.
  4. Sprinkle in chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. If desired, add Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
  6. Gently fold all ingredients together until combined.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, salt, or pepper as needed.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a creamier salad, add Greek yogurt or extra lime juice.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
  • Serve on lettuce wraps, whole-grain bread, or as a standalone salad.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-Cook / Mixed
  • Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg