Description

This Avocado Chicken Salad is a creamy, refreshing, and healthy dish perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Combining tender cooked chicken with ripe avocados, crisp vegetables, and zesty lime, it offers vibrant flavors and a satisfying texture. The optional addition of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise adds extra creaminess, making it versatile for different tastes and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Chicken

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts)

Vegetables and Herbs

2 ripe avocados
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced

Seasoning and Extras

Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken: Shred rotisserie chicken or cook seasoned chicken breasts at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, then let cool before shredding.
Mash the avocados: Cut avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash gently using a fork to create a creamy base.
Combine chicken and avocado: Add the cooked chicken to the mashed avocado and mix thoroughly until well combined.
Add vegetables: Incorporate the diced red bell pepper, cucumber, and finely chopped red onion into the mixture for crunch and freshness.
Season and flavor: Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice, which brighten the flavors.
Add creaminess (optional): Fold in Greek yogurt or mayonnaise if desired, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Chill before serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled.

Notes

Use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for the best texture.
Rinsing the red onion under cold water can mellow its sharp flavor if preferred.
For a lower-fat option, skip the Greek yogurt or mayonnaise or use a low-fat version.
This salad can be enjoyed on its own, as a sandwich filling, or served over greens.
Make sure to chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor blending.