Description
This creamy avocado lime chicken salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish perfect for quick lunches, summer dinners, or meal prep. With ripe avocados, juicy chicken, and a zesty yogurt-lime dressing, it’s both comforting and vibrant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: No need to preheat anything — just gather your tools and ingredients.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add cooked chicken, diced avocados, red onion, and cilantro.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure your mixing bowl is large enough for easy tossing without squishing the avocados.
- Assemble the Dish: In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken mixture.
- Cook to Perfection: Gently fold the dressing into the ingredients until everything is coated and creamy.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning. Add olive oil if desired for extra richness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled or at room temperature in wraps, on toast, or over greens.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
- Chill the salad for 15–30 minutes for a better taste and texture.
- To keep avocado from browning, store with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface.