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Chilling the Avocado Bliss Chicken Salad is an essential step that should not be overlooked. Once you’ve combined all your ingredients, covering the salad and placing it in the refrigerator allows the flavors to meld beautifully. This resting period enhances the taste, leading to a more vibrant, cohesive dish. The cool temperature also improves the texture, making the salad refreshingly crisp and satisfying. Aim to chill the salad for at least 30 minutes, but if you can let it sit for an hour or even longer, you’ll be rewarded with a more pronounced flavor profile.

Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad

Discover a healthy and flavorful meal with Avocado Bliss Chicken Salad. This versatile dish combines tender chicken and creamy avocado, packed with protein and essential nutrients. Greek yogurt serves as a lighter dressing option, enhancing taste while keeping calories in check. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this salad can be enjoyed in various ways—on a bed of greens, in lettuce wraps, or even stuffed in avocado halves. Experience satisfying nutrition without compromising on flavor!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted

1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream for a richer taste)

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

1/4 cup celery, finely diced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

A pinch of garlic powder (optional)

1/2 tsp cumin (optional)

Lettuce leaves or whole grain bread for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Avocado Base: In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky. This adds some texture to the salad.

    Mix the Creamy Ingredients: To the mashed avocado, add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine until smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin, adjusting to taste.

      Add Chicken and Veggies: Gently fold in the cooked chicken, diced red onion, and celery. If using, add the chopped cilantro or parsley for added freshness and flavor.

        Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors and allow it to chill.

          Serve: Serve the creamy avocado chicken salad on a bed of crispy lettuce, or use it as a filling in whole grain bread or wraps. Enjoy topped with extra chopped herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

            Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 mins | 40 mins | 4 servings