Description
Elevate your meal with this Stuffed Avocado with Chicken Salad, a delightful combination of creamy avocado and flavorful chicken salad. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The richness of the avocado complements the savory chicken salad beautifully, offering a nutritious and satisfying option for lunch or dinner. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite herbs and veggies for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy this vibrant dish as a refreshing appetizer or a light meal that will impress both family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 300g cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 tablespoons yogurt or light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean workspace.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with yogurt or mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, red bell pepper, nuts (if using), chives or parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until coated.
- Scoop out some flesh from each avocado half if desired. Sprinkle with salt.
- Generously fill each avocado half with the chicken salad mixture.
- Serve immediately for fresh flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed avocado half (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Choose ripe avocados for easy scooping and creaminess. Customize the filling by adding diced apples or grapes for sweetness. Chill the stuffed avocados in the refrigerator for 15โ30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.