Description
Savor the delightful blend of creamy avocados and zesty chicken salad with this quick and nutritious Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado recipe. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner, these stuffed avocados are not only delicious but also loaded with healthy fats and protein. The best part? This dish is incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize the chicken salad with your favorite nuts, herbs, or spices. Quick to prepare and requiring minimal cooking skills, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Pair it with a crisp side salad or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome meal that will please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Boil chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Allow cooling before shredding.
- Prepare the Salad: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced celery, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cut the Avocados: Slice each avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Scoop out some flesh if necessary.
- Fill the Avocados: Generously spoon the chicken salad mixture into each avocado half.
- Garnish (Optional): Top with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for added flavor.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh as a meal on its own or alongside a light side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg