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Avocado Chicken Salad

A creamy and flavorful salad combining ripe avocados and tender chicken, perfect for quick meals and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe avocados Ensure they are ripe and creamy.
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use tender and flavorful chicken.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced Dice into small, bite-sized pieces.
  • 1/4 cup celery, diced Also diced into small pieces.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Fresh cilantro adds flavor.
  • 1 piece lime, juiced Adds fresh zest and prevents browning.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by shredding your cooked chicken and chopping the vegetables.
  2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash them lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.
  3. To the mashed avocado, add the shredded chicken, diced red onion, diced celery, and chopped cilantro.
  4. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture to add freshness and prevent browning.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and gently mix everything together until well combined.
  6. Enjoy your Avocado Chicken Salad as is, or serve it in lettuce wraps, on whole-grain bread, or atop a bed of mixed greens.

Notes

For substitutions, consider using Greek yogurt instead of avocado or adding leafy greens. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 1-2 days.