Description
This Avocado Chicken Salad is fresh, creamy, and packed with protein. Made with ripe avocados, shredded chicken, lime, and fresh herbs, it’s a quick, healthy, and delicious meal that comes together in just 10 minutes! Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a low-carb lettuce wrap option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (grilled, baked, or rotisserie)
- 2 large ripe avocados, mashed
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, diced celery, or a pinch of cayenne for spice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Add the shredded chicken, red onion, cilantro, and garlic to the bowl.
- Drizzle with fresh lime juice and mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Meal Prep Tip: To prevent browning, place a layer of plastic wrap directly on the salad’s surface before storing.
- Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Vegan Alternative: Swap chicken for chickpeas or jackfruit for a plant-based version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: avocado chicken salad, healthy lunch, keto salad, no-mayo chicken salad, low-carb meal, high-protein salad, quick and easy recipes