Description
Chicken Salad with Avocado Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that marries tender chicken with crisp greens, all enveloped in a creamy avocado dressing. Perfect for picnics, lunch, or dinner gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that everyone will love. With its beautiful presentation and delicious flavors, it’s sure to be the star of your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let cool before slicing.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Chop mixed greens, slice cherry tomatoes, and dice cucumber.
- In a large bowl, mix chicken with vegetables and drizzle avocado dressing on top. Toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg