Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Stuffed Avocado with Chicken Salad. This recipe offers a fresh, nutritious, and quick meal option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Juicy, ripe avocados are generously filled with a savory chicken salad made from tender shredded chicken, creamy yogurt or mayonnaise, fresh veggies, and herbs. Perfect as a light lunch or dinner, this dish is not only satisfying but also visually appealing, making it a hit for family meals or entertaining friends. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or nuts for an extra crunch. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and health benefits of this simple yet delicious recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 300g cooked shredded chicken
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt or light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Cut the ripe avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop out a little flesh if needed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, yogurt or mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, nuts (if using), and herbs. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Generously spoon the chicken salad into each avocado half.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (160g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Choose perfectly ripe avocados for the best texture. Chill the chicken salad before filling for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add spices like cumin for an extra kick.