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Easy Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe – Colorful, Creamy, and Crunchy

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Avocado Chicken Salad is a vibrant, creamy, and healthy salad featuring diced grilled chicken, ripe avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh cilantro. Tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or anytime you want a colorful, flavorful, and refreshing dish.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Dressing:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin

Instructions

  1. Dice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: dice avocado and cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
  3. In a large bowl, combine chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, and cumin to make the dressing.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Serve immediately for a fresh, vibrant meal.

Notes

  • Add crunch with toasted nuts or seeds like almonds or sunflower seeds.
  • Spice it up with chili flakes or diced jalapeños.
  • Mix up the dressing by swapping cumin for smoked paprika or adding a touch of honey.
  • Bulk it out with cooked quinoa or farro for a heartier meal.
  • Add other herbs like mint or basil for a refreshing twist.
  • Crumble feta or goat cheese for a creamy contrast, or add diced mango or pineapple for a tropical flavor.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free