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Served chicken salad with avocado dressing

Chicken Salad with Avocado Dressing (Creamy, Healthy & Packed with Flavor)

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Chicken Salad with Avocado Dressing is a creamy, protein-packed salad with smoky chicken, crisp veggies, and a flavorful avocado lime dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Avocado Dressing:

1/2 large or 1 small ripe avocado

1 garlic clove, minced

2 tbsp diced red onion

1/4 cup cilantro

1/2 tbsp olive oil (optional)

1 tbsp plain low fat yogurt

3 tbsp lime juice

35 tbsp low fat milk

1/4 tsp onion or garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

Black pepper

Chicken:

57 oz boneless skinless chicken breast

1 tbsp olive oil

Spice Rub:

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp each onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt

2 tbsp plain flour

Black pepper

Salad:

1/2 cup diced red onion

1 corn, steamed, kernels removed

3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

5 cups chopped lettuce

Instructions

1. Place avocado dressing ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust milk for consistency.

2. Mix spice rub ingredients on a plate.

3. Slice chicken into thin steaks, coat in spice rub.

4. Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown.

5. Remove and rest for 5 minutes, then slice thickly.

6. Arrange lettuce, tomatoes, corn, and onion on a platter.

7. Add sliced chicken and drizzle with avocado dressing. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a thicker dip-style dressing, reduce milk. Dressing keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Great as a sandwich spread or dip for veggies. Make extra and enjoy it all week!

  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg