Description
Avocado Chicken Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines creamy avocados, tender grilled chicken, and vibrant vegetables. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this salad bursts with flavor in every bite. Perfect for a light lunch or as a crowd-pleasing side at your next gathering, it’s easy to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients. Enjoy this delightful meal that not only looks beautiful but also nourishes your body!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz total)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips or cubes.
- While the chicken rests, chop avocados, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk lime juice and olive oil together with salt and pepper.
- Combine sliced chicken with chopped vegetables in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg