– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (grilled or rotisserie)
– 2 ripe avocados, pitted and diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
– 1 small lime, juiced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick
Creating Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad is a breeze if you follow these clear steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: If you haven’t done so, cook the chicken. Grilling is recommended for extra flavor, but any cooked chicken, such as rotisserie, will work.
2. Dice the Avocados: Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Dice into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
3. Chop the Vegetables: Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely chop red onion. If using, slice jalapeños.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs.
5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Mix Well: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine without mashing the avocados.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and add more lime juice, salt, or pepper if necessary.
8. Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
These steps ensure that you will create a beautiful and tasty salad without any hassle!