Avocado Chicken Salad

This Avocado Chicken Salad is a harmonious blend of creamy avocados, tender chicken, and fresh, zesty flavors, making it a perfect choice for anyone following a keto or paleo diet. It's a satisfying meal that's not only low in carbs but also rich in healthy fats and proteins.

Course Lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword Avocado Chicken Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, keto salad, Low Carb Chicken Salad, Paleo Salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 350kcal

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Small whisk or fork
Cutting board
Chef’s knife
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 340g or 12 ounces)
2 ripe avocados, pitted and diced
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped (about 40g or 1.4 ounces)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (about 90g or 3.2 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
1 lime, juice of (about 2 tablespoons or 30ml)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Begin by preparing the ingredients: shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, dice the avocados, finely chop the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the fresh cilantro.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced avocados, chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and avocado mixture, and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad and give it a final gentle mix.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

For a smoother chicken texture, you can use a food processor to lightly pulse the shredded chicken.

The avocado may brown if the salad is stored for too long; it’s best consumed fresh.

If preparing ahead of time, store the dressing separately and toss with the salad just before serving.

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