Stuffed Avocado with Chicken Salad
This stuffed avocado with chicken salad is a creamy, fresh, and satisfying dish perfect for a light lunch or healthy dinner. Ripe avocados are filled with a flavorful chicken salad made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing. It’s a low-carb, protein-rich meal that’s both nutritious and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Salad:
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup celery, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Avocados:
2 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
Optional Toppings:
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Paprika or chili flakes
Extra chopped parsley
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, celery, red onion, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
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Season the chicken salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Lightly drizzle the avocado halves with lemon or lime juice to prevent browning.
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If needed, scoop out a small amount of avocado flesh to create a larger space for the filling.
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Spoon the chicken salad evenly into each avocado half.
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Garnish with cherry tomatoes, paprika or chili flakes, and extra parsley if desired.
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Serve immediately as a fresh and satisfying meal.
Notes
Approximately 350 kcal per serving