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Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon

Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon
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A creamy, flavorful Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and ripe avocado in a tangy, healthy dressing. Perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or versatile meal options that are packed with protein and fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

Proteins

  • Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (about 2 cups)
  • Crispy bacon, crumbled (4 slices)

Fresh Produce

  • Ripe avocado, diced (1 large)
  • Green onions, finely chopped (2 stalks)
  • Fresh lime juice (2 tablespoons)

Dairy & Condiments

  • Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise (1/4 cup)

Seasonings

  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Cook and chop your chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Cook the bacon until crisp, then crumble into small pieces. Dice the ripe avocado and finely chop the green onions for fresh flavor.
  2. Mix the dressing: In a bowl, combine fresh lime juice with Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper, whisking until smooth and balanced for a tangy, creamy base.
  3. Combine everything: Gently fold the chicken, bacon, avocado, and green onions into the dressing. Mix just enough to coat everything without mashing the avocado too much, maintaining a creamy texture with recognizable chunks.
  4. Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Serve immediately for the freshest taste or chill for 10–15 minutes if you prefer it cold. Enjoy as a salad, sandwich filling, or on crackers.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocados that yield slightly when pressed for best creaminess and flavor.
  • Cook bacon until crispy to add texture and prevent sogginess.
  • Do not overdress to keep the salad fresh and light.
  • Chill the salad for 10–15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor blending.
  • Consume soon after making to avoid avocado browning.

Nutrition

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