Description
This High-Protein Avocado Chicken Salad with Egg is a delicious and nutritious dish that’s perfect for a satisfying meal. Creamy avocados, tender chicken, and hearty eggs come together with Greek yogurt and zesty flavors for a protein-packed salad that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
- In a large bowl, prepare the dressing: Combine avocados, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Mash lightly with a fork.
- Add remaining ingredients: Mix in shredded chicken, chopped eggs, and red onion. Gently combine until coated.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with herbs if desired. Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 days.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider mixing in chopped celery or cucumber.
- This salad is versatile and can be enjoyed on its own, in lettuce wraps, or as a sandwich filling.
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
