Description
This Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado is a creamy, protein-packed dish that’s both healthy and satisfying. Made with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt or mayo, fresh veggies, and seasonings, it’s stuffed into ripe avocado halves for a low-carb, keto-friendly meal. Perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even meal prep!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Salad:
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons celery, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or almonds (optional, for crunch)
For Serving:
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- Extra parsley or green onions for garnish
- Drizzle of olive oil or extra lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken Salad
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt (or mayo), Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
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Add the Veggies
- Stir in the red onion, celery, and parsley. If using nuts, fold them in as well for extra crunch.
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Prepare the Avocados
- Slice the avocados in half and remove the pits.
- Scoop out a small amount of avocado flesh from the center to create a larger space for the chicken salad. (You can mix this extra avocado into the chicken salad if desired.)
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Stuff the Avocados
- Spoon the chicken salad mixture into each avocado half, filling them generously.
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Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with extra parsley or green onions, and drizzle with olive oil or more lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt.
- If you want more crunch, add chopped bell peppers or cucumbers.
- To make it spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- This is best enjoyed fresh, but the chicken salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.