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Chicken Salad Avocado: A Healthy and Delicious Recipe for Any Meal

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This Chicken Salad Avocado is a creamy and protein-rich dish featuring tender chicken, fresh avocado, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, it’s easily customizable and perfect for meal prep!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise, if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
  • Optional: Lettuce leaves for serving

Instructions

  1. If you haven’t already cooked your chicken, poach it by placing chicken breasts in a pot, covering with water, and adding a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from pot and let cool, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, diced avocado, chopped celery, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold together, being careful not to mash the avocado too much. Add chopped cilantro or parsley and fold in. If using nuts, add them now.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired. If the salad is too thick, add a little more Greek yogurt or a splash of water.
  5. Serve immediately on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a sandwich/wrap. If making ahead, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, adding avocado just before serving.

Notes

  • Customize the salad by adding diced apples, grapes, or bell peppers for extra flavor and crunch.
  • For a spicy kick, consider adding cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
  • For a low-carb option, serve the salad in avocado halves instead of on lettuce.

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