Shredded Chicken and Avocado Salad
This simple yet satisfying salad is a perfect weeknight meal. The shredded chicken is moist and flavorful, and the avocado adds a creamy richness that balances out the tangy red onion and celery. The mayonnaise and sour cream dressing is light and tangy, and the lemon juice adds a bright acidity that brings all the flavors together. Best of all, this salad is super easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Add some chopped bacon, crumbled blue cheese, or diced tomatoes for extra flavor and texture.
The shredded chicken and avocado salad is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The earliest known recipes for this salad date back to the 1800s, and it has since become a staple of American cuisine. The salad is typically made with cooked chicken, avocado, red onion, celery, and mayonnaise. Some recipes also include sour cream, lemon juice, or herbs and spices. The salad can be served on its own or as a side dish. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, and it is always a crowd-pleaser.
Shredded Chicken and Avocado Salad Shredded Chicken and Avocado Salad Shredded Chicken and Avocado Salad Shredded Chicken and Avocado Salad
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped avocado
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
  3. Let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it into a large bowl.
  4. Add the red onion, celery, avocado, mayonnaise, sour cream, and lemon juice to the bowl and stir to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Why It Works
  • The chicken is cooked at a high temperature to create a moist and flavorful interior.
  • The avocado adds a creamy richness that balances out the tangy red onion and celery.
  • The mayonnaise and sour cream dressing is light and tangy, and the lemon juice adds a bright acidity that brings all the flavors together.
  • The salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.