Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • Chicken: 2 Large chicken breasts, seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Greens: 4 cups Romaine lettuce or mixed greens, chopped.
  • Vegetables:
    • ​1 cup Cherry tomatoes (red and yellow), halved.
    • ​1 large Cucumber, sliced into half-moons.
    • ​1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced into rings.
    • ​1/2 cup Sweet corn (canned or grilled).
  • Healthy Fats: 1 large Avocado, cubed.

For the Creamy Dressing:

  • ​1/2 cup Greek yogurt or Sour cream.
  • ​1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, finely chopped.
  • ​1 tbsp Lime juice.
  • ​1 clove Garlic, minced.
  • ​Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions

  1. Grill the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts and grill them over medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and charred. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Prepare the Base: In a large salad bowl, layer the chopped lettuce. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sweet corn.
  3. Whisk the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. If the dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil to reach your desired consistency.
  4. Assemble: Add the warm grilled chicken cubes and the fresh avocado chunks to the salad bowl.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the creamy cilantro-lime dressing generously over the top. Toss gently just before serving to keep the avocado and lettuce crisp.

Quick Tips

  • Meal Prep: Keep the dressing in a separate container if you are taking this for lunch to prevent the vegetables from getting soggy.
  • Extra Flavor: Add a sprinkle of Feta cheese or toasted sunflower seeds for extra texture and tang.

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