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Smooth avocados mixed with juicy chicken and fresh veggies make this hearty, good-for-you meal a winner. It's great when you need something ready for the week or want a quick bite without heavy mayo weighing you down.
I grab these ingredients whenever I need healthy food for lunch now. The mix of filling chicken and good-fat avocados keeps my hunger away all day long.
Tasty Main Components
- Soft avocados: They should give a little when you touch them
- Ready chicken breast: Grab a store-cooked one for ease
- Crisp veggies: They'll add the snap you want
- Squeezed lime: Keeps avocados green longer
- Leafy cilantro: Gives that fresh kick
- Good spices: Brings out natural flavors
Simple Cooking Guidelines
- Getting Chicken Ready:
- Make sure it's done right. Let it cool down. Chop into same-size bits. Add some flavor. Don't let it dry out.
- Working With Avocados:
- Feel for softness. Take the seed out carefully. Smash to how you like it. Squeeze lime on right away. Add salt bit by bit.
- Mixing In Veggies:
- Cut everything the same size. Stir without crushing. Spread them all through. Check the taste. Fix if needed.
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Keeping Things Cool
I've learned from making this lots of times that cold ingredients work best. I chill the chicken and veggies in the fridge first, then mix in room temp avocado just before I eat. This stops the avocado from turning brown and keeps everything safe to eat.
Prep-Ahead Tricks
You can enjoy this right away, but you can also get stuff ready early. I often cut up the chicken and veggies beforehand and keep them in different containers in the fridge. Just mash the avocado when you're about to eat so it stays pretty and smooth.
Keeping It Fresh
If you've got leftovers, push some plastic wrap right on top to stop air getting in. Put it in a sealed box in the fridge and eat within 24 hours. For longer, keep all parts separate and mix them when you're hungry.
Ways To Serve
This mix works great in so many ways:
- Put it on a bed of greens for something light
- Wrap it in lettuce leaves to skip carbs
- Spread on brown bread for a filling sandwich
- Stuff into hollowed tomatoes when you want to impress
Make It Your Own
I've tried these tasty changes over time:
- Throw in diced apple for sweetness and crunch
- Add some roasted nuts for more bite
- Mix with fresh dill or basil leaves
- Stir in some Greek yogurt for extra protein
Fixing Common Problems
Got hard avocados? Put them in a paper bag with a banana to get them soft faster. Is your mix too dry? Splash in more lime juice or add a spoonful of Greek yogurt.
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I can't get enough of this Avocado Chicken Salad for lunch these days. The way the smooth avocado works with tender chicken chunks and crispy veggies makes a meal that's good for you and tastes amazing too.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How long does it stay fresh?
- It’s best to eat it within a day, but lime juice helps slow browning.
- → Can rotisserie chicken be used?
- Absolutely, it’s a great timesaver and works perfectly here.
- → What are some serving ideas?
- Try it on bread, in a wrap, over lettuce, or even inside an avocado shell.
- → Can I prepare ahead of time?
- Prep your chicken and veggies early, but assemble it fresh for the best flavor.
- → What’s a good cilantro substitute?
- Use fresh parsley or dill if you’re not into cilantro.