Chicken salad stuffed avocado garnished with fresh herbs and served on a plate.

Why Make This Recipe

Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado is a delicious and healthy meal option that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner. This recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavors. Using ripe avocados adds creaminess while the chicken salad provides protein. It’s a simple recipe that can easily be adjusted to your taste. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy fresh produce while keeping meal prep quick and hassle-free.

How to Make Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado

Ingredients

1 whole rotisserie chicken
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced celery
2 tbsp minced fresh parsley
3/4 cup mayo
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
Salt to taste
Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
5 ripe avocados (you can use 4-6 avocados, depending on how much stuffing you want)
1 lime (juice only)
Salt
Paprika
Chili powder

Directions

Prepare the Chicken Salad: Start by shredding the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with diced red onion, diced celery, minced parsley, mayo, sour cream, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Prepare the Avocados: Cut each ripe avocado in half and remove the pit. Drizzle the insides of the avocado halves with lime juice to prevent browning.
Stuff the Avocados: Spoon the chicken salad mixture into each avocado half, filling them generously.
Season the Dish: After stuffing, sprinkle a little salt, paprika, and chili powder on top for extra flavor.

Note: This chicken salad recipe makes about 3 1/2 cups. You can stuff about 8-12 avocados, depending on how much stuffing you use for each half. You can also make the chicken salad ahead of time and use it as needed.

How to Serve Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado

Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado is best served fresh. You can serve it as a main dish for lunch or a light dinner. It pairs well with a simple side salad or some whole-grain bread. This dish is also great for gatherings or picnics, as it is easy to prepare and serves well in individual portions.

How to Store Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado

To store any leftover chicken salad, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3 days. However, be careful with storing the stuffed avocados, as they can brown quickly. If you have leftover stuffing, it is best to store it separately and stuff fresh avocado halves right before serving.

Tips to Make Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado

Make sure to use ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor.
Adjust the seasoning to your preference. Feel free to add more lime juice or herbs for extra freshness.
If you want to make the chicken salad a bit healthier, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or mayonnaise.

Variation

For a slightly different flavor, you can add diced apples or grapes to the chicken salad for a touch of sweetness. You can also add chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.

FAQs

1. Can I use leftover chicken for this recipe?
Yes, leftover chicken works perfectly! Just shred it and use it in the recipe as you would with the rotisserie chicken.

2. How can I make this recipe dairy-free?
You can substitute the mayo with a dairy-free alternative and use an avocado-based sour cream to make the dish dairy-free.

3. What can I serve with Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocado?
This dish pairs well with a green salad, whole-grain bread, or even tortilla chips for a crunchy side.