Description
Avocado Chicken Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken, creamy avocados, and vibrant veggies for a delightful meal. Perfect for summer picnics or quick lunches, this salad bursts with flavor and is easy to prepare. Enjoy it on its own, in wraps, or as a sandwich filling, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by boiling or grilling until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let it cool before shredding.
- While the chicken cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro into uniform pieces.
- In a large bowl, mash the avocados and mix in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Gently fold in shredded chicken, chopped veggies, salt, pepper, and olive oil until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving in lettuce cups or on bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg