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Ultimate Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Meal Prep Friendly)

A generous mound of creamy avocado chicken salad featuring shredded chicken and red onion chunks.
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Make this incredibly creamy, high-protein avocado chicken salad today. It uses ripe avocado instead of mayonnaise for a healthy, satisfying lunch that is perfect for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 2 ripe avocados, mashed
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra tang)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the shredded chicken in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mash the avocados until mostly smooth. You can leave a few small lumps for texture.
  3. Add the mashed avocado, chopped celery, minced red onion, lime juice, Greek yogurt (if using), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the chicken.
  4. Use a fork or spatula to gently fold all the ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated with the avocado mixture. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the fresh cilantro, if you are using it.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.
  7. Serve immediately over lettuce wraps, on gluten-free toast, or with your favorite low-carb crackers.

Notes

  • For the best creamy texture, make sure your avocados are perfectly ripe, yielding slightly when gently pressed.
  • If you are making this ahead of time, add the lime juice to help prevent the avocado from browning too quickly.
  • This salad is excellent for keto chicken salad or low-carb lunch ideas.
  • For a crunchier texture, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts.

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