Avocado Chicken Salad (Printable)

Fresh and creamy salad with tender chicken, ripe avocado, zesty lime, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for a light meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Vegetables & Fruit

02 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 small cucumber, diced

→ Herbs & Seasonings

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Dressing

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced avocados, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
02 - Add the chopped cilantro and parsley to the bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for up to 1 hour before serving for a colder, firmer texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes rich and satisfying but stays light enough that you won't feel weighed down an hour later.
  • You can make it with rotisserie chicken or meal prep grilled breasts, so it works even on your busiest days.
  • The lime and herbs keep everything bright and fresh, and the avocado adds creaminess without any dairy.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and low-carb, so it fits into almost any eating style without feeling like a compromise.
02 -
  • Don't toss the salad too vigorously or the avocado will break down and turn the whole thing into a creamy mush instead of a chunky, textured salad.
  • Add the dressing right before serving if you're making this ahead, otherwise the lime juice will start to soften the vegetables and dull the colors.
  • If your avocados aren't perfectly ripe, let them sit on the counter for a day or two, trying to force an underripe one will leave you with hard, flavorless chunks.
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife when dicing the avocado so you get clean cuts instead of squishing it, which keeps the pieces intact when you toss.
  • If you're making this for a crowd, prep everything except the avocado and dressing the night before, then add those two elements right before serving for maximum freshness.
  • Taste the salad after tossing and add an extra squeeze of lime or pinch of salt if needed, since avocado can sometimes dull the other flavors and needs a little boost.
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