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Avocado Chicken Salad

Avocado Chicken Salad That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Avocado Chicken Salad combines creamy avocados, tender chicken, and crunchy bacon for a healthy twist on a classic dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large cooked chicken breasts substitute with rotisserie chicken, canned chicken, or any leftover chicken
  • 2 large avocados ensure they are ripe for the best flavor
  • 1 cup corn fresh corn from the cob is perfect, though frozen corn works too
  • 4 slices lean bacon consider uncured turkey bacon for a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons chives or green onion can be used as a refreshing alternative
  • 1 tablespoon dill use fresh or dried depending on availability
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs optional for additional protein
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed for better taste
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil can replace it with another light oil if desired
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground is recommended for best flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Avocado Chicken Salad
  1. Start by dicing or shredding the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Peel, pit, and slice the avocados, adding them gently to the bowl with the chicken.
  3. Include the cooked corn, chopped chives, and crispy bacon in the bowl and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. Optionally, slice hard-boiled eggs and place them on top of the salad before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This fresh and vibrant Avocado Chicken Salad will surely become a family favorite. For best results, store leftovers with plastic wrap pressed against the avocado to minimize browning.

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