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Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

Light & zesty Avocado Chicken Salad recipe (inspired by Cooking Light). Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant salad is packed with fresh flavors and creamy avocado. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or game-day snack! Serve with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 250.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Avocado Chicken Salad

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Ingredients for Avocado Chicken Salad

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • Chicken Breasts
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • Tortilla Chips

How to Make Avocado Chicken Salad

  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
  2. Add 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro to the bowl.
  3. Toss gently to combine the chicken and dressing.
  4. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of your favorite salsa and 1 ripe avocado, diced.
  5. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

12g

Carbs

6g

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