Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad (Printable)
Juicy chicken meets creamy avocado in this refreshing salad with crisp vegetables and tangy lime dressing. Ready in 30 minutes.
# What you need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz total)
→ Vegetables & Fruits
02 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small cucumber, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
07 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - Juice of 1 lime
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Grill, poach, or pan-sear until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F), about 6-8 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
03 - Add the cooled, diced chicken to the bowl with the vegetables.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for best texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You can prep everything in under 30 minutes even on your busiest days
- The combination of creamy avocado and tangy lime hits every craving at once
02 -
- The resting time for chicken is non negotiable for juicy meat
- Avocado will brown if left dressed for too long so toss right before serving
03 -
- Use a sharp knife when dicing avocado to avoid bruising the flesh
- Let the dressing sit for 10 minutes before tossing to meld flavors