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Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad

A fresh and light chicken salad that uses creamy avocado and Greek yogurt instead of heavy mayo.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Serves
4

When the summer heat rolls in, the last thing I want to do is turn on my oven. This chicken salad is one of my favorite ways to stay cool because it is refreshing, filling, and takes almost no time to put together after you have cooked your chicken.

I love using Greek yogurt because it adds a nice tang that pairs perfectly with ripe avocado. You can eat this straight out of the bowl, serve it on toasted sourdough, or tuck it into crisp lettuce cups for a light meal that still feels satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, mashed
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the diced chicken in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    In a separate small bowl, stir together the mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, and lime juice until the mixture is smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour the avocado mixture over the chicken.

  4. 4

    Add the red onion and cilantro then toss everything together until well combined.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and pepper to your preference.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for thirty minutes before eating.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. If you find the avocado begins to brown, simply stir in a tiny extra squeeze of lime juice. This salad is also great served with cucumber slices or pita chips.

#Healthy#High Protein#Gluten Free#Dinner

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