Description
Healthy Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados are a delightful fusion of creamy avocado and zesty chicken salad, making them the perfect option for a nutritious meal or appetizer. This recipe features tender shredded chicken mixed with Greek yogurt, fresh vegetables, and bright lemon juice, all nestled in ripe avocado halves. Not only are they quick to prepare, but they also provide a satisfying balance of healthy fats and protein. Enjoy them as a light lunch, at your next gathering, or as a picnic favorite. With endless customization options, you can add your favorite herbs and veggies to create a dish that excites your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large avocados (pitted)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the avocados by scooping out some flesh to create space for filling; dice the scooped avocado and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped onion, diced avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fill each avocado half generously with the chicken salad mixture.
- Garnish with additional parsley and serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg