Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad, where creamy avocados blend seamlessly with tender chicken and fresh veggies. This delightful dish is perfect for summer picnics, casual dinners, or meal prep, offering a nutritious mix of healthy fats and lean protein. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying option that will impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by grilling or boiling until fully cooked (about 20 minutes). Allow to cool before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- While the chicken cools, chop the avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into small pieces. If using cilantro, chop it roughly.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken with the veggies. Gently fold everything together to keep the avocado creamy.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently until coated.
- Serve immediately on plates or in bowls for a light meal or lettuce wraps for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg