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Healthy avocado chicken salad with diced chicken, tomatoes, red onion, and lime in a white bowl

Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

A creamy protein-packed avocado chicken salad combining tender diced chicken, ripe avocados, and crunchy fresh vegetables with a bright lime dressing. Ready in 35 minutes and perfect for light dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large ripe avocados should yield slightly under gentle pressure near stem end
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced; rotisserie chicken recommended for convenience
  • 1/2 to 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup celery finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice use fresh squeezed only
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt optional; adds creaminess and extra protein

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. If starting with raw chicken, season with salt and pepper and grill or bake until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let cool completely then dice into small cubes. If using rotisserie chicken, dice or shred and set aside.
  2. Cut each avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl. Mash with a fork to your preferred texture, smooth or slightly chunky.
  3. Add diced chicken, halved tomatoes, red onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the bowl with the mashed avocado.
  4. Add chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in Greek yogurt if using.
  5. Gently fold all ingredients together until evenly combined. Avoid aggressive stirring to maintain texture.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, salt, or pepper as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors develop.

Notes

Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the salad before storing to slow browning. Store for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. For meal prep, store chicken and vegetables separately and mix with fresh avocado when ready to serve. Serve in lettuce cups, on whole-grain toast, or alongside mixed greens.