Description
Looking for a quick lunch, easy dinner, or healthy snack that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor? This Avocado Chicken Salad is a creamy, protein-rich dish made with tender chicken, ripe avocados, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, wraps, or low-carb bowls, it’s one of those easy recipes that fits into any lifestyle while delivering bold, fresh taste in every bite.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
2 ripe avocados diced
1/3 cup red onion finely diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon olive oil optional
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes or 1 tablespoon diced jalapeño optional
Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken by shredding cooked chicken breast or using rotisserie chicken and let it cool completely.
2. Cut and dice the avocados, then place them in a large bowl and toss with a bit of lime juice.
3. Chop the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, mince the garlic, and chop the cilantro.
4. Add all the vegetables into the bowl with the avocado.
5. Add the shredded chicken on top of the mixture.
6. Pour in remaining lime juice and olive oil if using.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes or jalapeño.
8. Gently fold everything together until well combined but still chunky.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados to maintain the best texture and avoid mushiness.
Always add lime juice early to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
Let chicken cool completely before mixing to keep the salad fresh and not oily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: avocado chicken salad, healthy snack, easy dinner, quick lunch, low carb recipe, meal prep ideas