Description
A vibrant, nutritious dish featuring creamy avocado, shredded chicken, and crunchy veggies, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Shred leftover cooked chicken or cook fresh chicken breasts until fully cooked through. Allow to cool slightly and shred.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced bell pepper, and halved tomatoes.
- Pour the avocado dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Layer mixed salad greens on plates or bowls, then top with the chicken mixture.
- Enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
For quicker prep, consider using rotisserie chicken. Keep the dressing separate if making ahead of time to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg