When it comes to lunch, most of us are seeking convenience, which is why our High Protein Avocado Chicken Salad recipe is the perfect fit. This recipe comes together in just 10 quick minutes, contains 24g of protein per serving, and is perfect for meal prepping!
3 Reasons Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Meal prep-friendly. Most of us are super busy during the day, so taking the time to make a nutritious lunch can feel daunting and just about impossible. Thankfully, you can whip up a batch of our Avocado Chicken Salad in no time on the fly, or spend a few minutes meal prepping a whole batch that you can enjoy all week!
- Customize to fit your macros. This recipe allows you to make it your own by customizing how you enjoy it. Need a hearty lunch with healthy carbs? Spread your salad on a piece or two of whole-grain bread. Need to keep things on the lighter side? Use a lettuce wrap! The options are endless.
- 24g of easy protein. Hitting your protein goal is important, but you already know that! What you might not know is how to make reaching it every day simple. That's where easy, high protein recipes like this one come into play. You don't need to think about it, just follow the instructions and you're on your way to fueling your body with exactly what it needs to thrive!
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“FHM Avocado Chicken Salad”
High Protein Avocado Chicken Salad
Ready in 10 minutes or less and bursting with vibrant flavors, our High Protein Avocado Chicken Salad recipe is ideal for a quick, nutrient-dense lunch that also makes a fantastic meal prep option!
Equipment
- 1 Medium bowl
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Veggie chopper or cutting board + knife
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Plain nonfat greek yogurt
- 2 Small-medium avocados, roughly diced
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. Salt
- 1/4 tsp. Pepper
- 4 cups Packed, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup Diced red onion
- 1/3 cup Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a medium-large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, diced avocados, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the ingredients well to achieve your desired texture. You can leave it a little chunky for added texture or make it smoother for a creamier consistency.
- Add shredded chicken, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the avocado sauce.
- Stir the ingredients together until everything is well combined. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Enjoy on a sandwich, scoop with crackers, or toss on top of a bed of greens! Enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding extras like cherry tomatoes, diced bell peppers, or your favorite spices to enhance the flavor even more.
Store any leftover Avocado Chicken Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within a day or two for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 24gFat: 11g
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