Description
Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for summer picnics or light lunches. This delightful salad combines tender chicken with a rich avocado dressing, accented by fresh herbs and zesty lime juice, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether enjoyed on its own or as a sandwich filling, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests while keeping your waistline happy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add chicken breasts and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- Mash avocados in a bowl until creamy. Stir in lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add shredded chicken, red onion, and cilantro to the avocado mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Enjoy on lettuce leaves or as a sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider including diced apples or substituting Greek yogurt into the dressing. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.