Description
Creamy Avocado Lime Chicken Salad is a fresh and satisfying dish made with tender chicken, ripe avocado, and bright lime juice. This easy salad delivers a smooth creamy texture balanced with refreshing citrus flavor. It comes together quickly with simple ingredients and works perfectly for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Serve it with lettuce, wraps, or grains for a versatile and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Place diced avocados in a large bowl and add lime juice. Gently mash part of the avocado while leaving some chunks for texture.
2. Add Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime zest, and minced garlic. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
3. Add the diced or shredded chicken to the bowl and fold gently so it becomes evenly coated with the avocado mixture.
4. Mix in diced red onion and chopped cilantro, stirring carefully to maintain the chunky texture.
5. Season with salt and black pepper, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Serve immediately or chill for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture.
Fresh lime juice gives the brightest citrus flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Press plastic wrap directly on the surface of the salad to help maintain the green color of the avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Creamy Avocado Lime Chicken Salad, Avocado Lime Chicken Salad, Lime Chicken Salad