Description
Elevate your meals with this creamy Avocado Chicken Salad, a delightful and healthy twist on a classic dish. This recipe combines tender chicken with ripe avocados, offering a perfect blend of flavors and textures. It’s mayo-free, making it a lighter option for picnics, lunch boxes, or quick dinners. Packed with nutrients and fresh ingredients like corn and cilantro, this salad is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile. Serve it on a bed of greens, as a sandwich filling, or even in a wrap for an easy meal prep solution that tastes as good as it looks!
Ingredients
- 2 medium cooked chicken breasts (shredded or chopped)
- 2 ripe avocados (pitted and diced)
- 1/2 cup corn (roasted, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup red or green onion (minced)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (or parsley/dill)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced avocados, corn, minced onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss the mixture with a spatula until combined, ensuring the avocados remain chunky.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing main dish or use as a filling in sandwiches or wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For best results, use ripe avocados for creaminess. Customize by adding ingredients like diced bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch. Chill before serving to enhance flavors.