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Avocado Chicken Salad: A Creamy Delight You’ll Love!

A creamy and delicious avocado chicken salad that combines shredded chicken with ripe avocado and Greek yogurt for a healthy meal option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 ripe avocado mashed
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and mashed avocado. Mix until well combined.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the chopped celery, red onion, and cilantro (if using) until evenly distributed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with whole-grain crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider mixing in some chopped apples or nuts like walnuts or almonds.
  • Substitute the Greek yogurt with mayonnaise for a creamier texture, or use a dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option.

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