If you’re looking for a quick, healthy, and downright delicious lunch, this Avocado Chicken Salad is your answer. Packed with creamy avocado, tender shredded chicken, and zesty lime, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making on repeat—especially during warm weather when you want something light but satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Avocado Chicken Salad
- Ready in 30 minutes or less
- No heavy dressing — avocado brings all the creaminess you need
- Low carb, high protein, and full of fresh flavor
- Perfect for meal prep, lettuce wraps, or scooping straight from the bowl
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, for added creaminess — Greek yogurt or sour cream also work)
How to Make It
Mash & Mix
Add diced avocado to a mixing bowl and toss in the shredded chicken, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Add the mayo, if using.
Stir until creamy
Give it all a good stir—don’t worry if the avocado breaks down a bit. That’s what makes the salad creamy and cohesive without needing a separate dressing.
Taste & Adjust
Squeeze in more lime, add a pinch more salt, or toss in extra cilantro based on your preferences.
Serving Ideas
- Lettuce Wraps: Spoon into romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a handheld, low-carb option.
- Low-Carb Tortillas: Wrap it up in your favorite keto-friendly tortillas.
- Stuffed Tomatoes: Hollow out tomatoes and fill with salad for a colorful, refreshing twist.
- Crackers or Cucumber Slices: Serve it like a dip for lunch platters or snacks.
- Just a Fork: Honestly, this is good enough to eat straight from the bowl—no need to dress it up.
Tips & Swaps
- If your avocados aren’t ripe yet, store them in a paper bag with a banana to speed things up.
- Swap the mayo for Greek yogurt if you want a bit of tang and a protein boost.
- Add extras like chopped jalapeño, diced cucumber, or cherry tomatoes for a twist.
- Leftovers keep 1–2 days in the fridge. Just press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to keep the avocado from browning.
Final Thoughts
This Avocado Chicken Salad is one of those magical meals that checks every box—it’s quick, nutritious, full of flavor, and low carb without feeling like diet food. Whether you’re prepping lunches for the week or just trying to feed yourself in between a busy day, this salad is a reliable favorite you’ll keep coming back to.
Keto Avocado Chicken Salad
When you need something quick, satisfying, and full of good-for-you ingredients, this avocado chicken salad is perfect. It’s creamy from the avocado and mayo, packed with lean protein, and has that zesty hit of lime and cilantro to keep every bite fresh and lively.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 2 medium avocados
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Grab a mixing bowl and add the cooked shredded chicken, ripe avocados, mayonnaise, diced red onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Use a fork or spoon to mash and stir everything together, breaking down the avocado until it blends into a creamy dressing that coats the chicken beautifully.
- It’s best served right away when the avocado is fresh and vibrant. Scoop it into lettuce wraps for a crisp, low-carb option, roll it up in a low-carb tortilla, or just dig in with a fork for a super simple, protein-packed meal.
- If you’re storing it for later, press a piece of plastic wrap right onto the surface of the salad to help keep the avocado from browning. Pop it in the fridge and enjoy within a day or two for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 251Total Fat 20gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 15gCholesterol 38mgSodium 274mgCarbohydrates 7gFiber 5gSugar 1gProtein 13g
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