Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (you can use rotisserie chicken for convenience)

1 ripe avocado, mashed

1 tablespoon lime juice (or lemon juice)

1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain)

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup cucumber, diced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or minced garlic for extra flavor

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken:

If you haven’t already, cook and shred or dice the chicken breast. You can poach, grill, or bake it.

Make the Dressing:

In a large bowl, combine the mashed avocado, lime juice, and Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth and creamy. If using, add garlic powder or minced garlic for extra flavor.

Combine Ingredients:

Add the shredded chicken, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro (if using) to the bowl with the avocado dressing. Gently mix until everything is well coated.

Season:

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust lime juice if needed for extra tanginess.

Serve:

Serve the avocado chicken salad on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or on whole-grain bread as a sandwich. It can also be enjoyed on its own!

Store:

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Note that the avocado may brown slightly, but it will still be delicious!