This chicken avocado salad looks so simple, but don’t get fooled just by the look of it. It tastes great and it’s very nutritious. Best of it has more than 45g of protein per serve, which can be sufficient if you are serious about your protein intake. I usually make this recipe for lunch as it can be done in less than 20 minutes.
It’s a great timesaver if you are in a hurry or just working from home. Because I’m cooking the chicken in a pan rather than in an oven, it makes this recipe quicker as the chicken on pan takes less time to be cooked.
Benefits of eating this salad
This chicken avocado salad is rich in protein, healthy fats, some complex carbohydrates, and fiber. It is a perfect balance of nutrients that can keep one feeling full and energetic throughout the day. Avocado, being the main ingredient, is a superfood that contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and several essential vitamins and minerals. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties. The lettuce and tomatoes provide the necessary vitamins, minerals, and fiber that can promote gut health.
I have added some pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds in this salad. Feel free to add whatever seeds and / or nuts that are available to you. They all taste great on any salad and provide some plant-based protein, healthy fats, and vitamins.
Recipe
Chicken Avocado Salad
Ingredients
- 400 g chicken breast
- 2 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp pepper
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 piece avocado
- 2 cup lettuce
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 slice lemon
Instructions
- Cut chicken breast into small pieces. Put in a large bowl. Add all the spices and yogurt.400 g chicken breast, 2 tbsp yogurt, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp pepper, ½ tsp chilli flakes, ½ tsp paprika, 2 tsp salt
- Heat up a pan and put the olive oil.1 tbsp olive oil
- Put the chicken spreading evenly and let it cook on one side for for about 4 minutes.
- Turn them over and cook again for 4 more minutes. Then stir well let it cook on all sides for a few minutes.
- Put the cooked chicken in a mixing bowl. Add the vegies and squish the lemon. Give it a good mix.1 piece avocado, 2 cup lettuce, ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- Put the salad in serving bowls. Sprinkle with some seeds and nuts of your choice.
