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Creamy Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado Boats

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A quick and easy fresh lunch recipe featuring creamy chicken salad stuffed into ripe avocado halves, offering a satisfying and nourishing meal that’s light yet filling.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
  • 2 medium-large ripe avocados
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If you don’t have cooked chicken on hand, poach or bake chicken breasts until fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes at 375°F/190°C). Let cool, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop fresh ingredients: Finely dice celery, red onion, and fresh dill. Place them in a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Combine the salad: Add the shredded chicken to the bowl with veggies. Pour the dressing over and gently fold everything together until evenly coated. The salad should look creamy but not soggy.
  5. Prepare the avocados: Slice the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Use a spoon or scoop to carefully hollow out about 2 tablespoons of the flesh from each half, creating a cavity large enough for the chicken salad. Reserve the scooped avocado for another use or mix it into the salad if you like.
  6. Stuff the avocado boats: Spoon the creamy chicken salad into each avocado half, mounding it slightly for a pretty presentation.
  7. Serve immediately: For best flavor and texture, enjoy these stuffed avocado boats right away. If prepping ahead, keep the salad and avocados separate and assemble just before serving to prevent browning.

Notes

To prevent avocado browning, brush the exposed flesh with lemon juice and assemble just before serving. Use shredded rotisserie chicken for best flavor and texture. You can swap mayonnaise with avocado oil-based mayo or use dairy-free yogurt for allergy-friendly options. Add chopped toasted pecans or apples for extra crunch and sweetness.

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