Chopped Chicken and Avocado Salad
This chopped chicken and avocado salad is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The chicken is cooked in a skillet until golden brown, then chopped and tossed with diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. The salad is simple to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you could add chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, or bell peppers. You could also use different herbs, such as basil or oregano.
This recipe for chopped chicken and avocado salad was born out of a need for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I had some leftover chicken that I needed to use up, and I had a craving for something light and refreshing. I decided to combine the chicken with some diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice, and the result was a delicious and satisfying salad. I've been making this salad ever since, and it's become one of my go-to meals when I'm short on time.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 avocado, pitted and diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  4. Transfer chicken breasts to a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. Let chicken breasts cool slightly before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a large bowl, combine chicken, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Toss to combine.
  7. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The chicken is cooked in a skillet until golden brown, which gives it a crispy exterior and a juicy interior. The avocado adds a creamy texture and richness to the salad. The red onion adds a bit of bite, and the cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor. The lime juice brightens up the salad and gives it a refreshing tang.