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Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe That Sparks Joy

This Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe combines creamy flavors and juicy chicken for a deliciously satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 medium avocado, mashed Ensure it is ripe for maximum creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with mayo if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1/4 cup celery, diced Adds crunch.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced For flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  2. Add diced celery and red onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until combined.
  3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This chicken salad can be served on its own, in a sandwich, or over a bed of greens.

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