Description
A nutritious and flavorful Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado recipe featuring creamy avocado and protein-rich chicken salad. This low-carb, keto-friendly dish is quick, easy, and perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, diced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Salad:
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked chicken, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Add the Crunch:
- Stir in the celery, red onion, and cherry tomatoes (if using).
- Season to Perfection:
- Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (if using). Adjust to taste.
- Prepare the Avocados:
- Slice the avocados in half and remove the pit. If needed, scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create space for the filling.
- Fill the Avocados:
- Spoon the chicken salad into the hollowed-out avocado halves.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free mayo or an olive oil-based dressing.
- Spicy Kick: Add cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
- Nutty Crunch: Mix in chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
- Fruit Infusion: Add diced apples or grapes.
- Mexican-Inspired: Replace mayo with mashed avocado and add lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken salad stuffed avocado, keto chicken salad, low-carb avocado recipe, healthy avocado meal, easy chicken salad