Description
A fresh and creamy chicken salad made with ripe avocado, tender chicken, and crisp vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- Optional additions:
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeño
- 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mashed avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked chicken, red onion, celery, cilantro, and cucumber.
- Gently mix until all ingredients are evenly coated with the avocado dressing.
- Fold in optional additions such as nuts or jalapeño if desired.
- Chill the salad for about 15 minutes before serving, or serve immediately.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience and added flavor.
- Lime juice helps slow avocado browning.
- Store tightly covered with plastic wrap pressed against the surface.
- Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise for a lighter option.
- Serve in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or with crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg