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Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon

Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon
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This Avocado Chicken Salad with Bacon is a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying dish combining creamy avocado, tender chicken, and crispy bacon. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner, it’s ready in under 15 minutes and offers a balanced mix of textures and tastes that are low-carb and keto-friendly.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Dressing & Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Bacon: Start with cooked chicken — rotisserie chicken works wonderfully for easy shredding. Cook bacon separately until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Both ingredients form the hearty base of your salad.
  2. Dice Fresh Ingredients: Chop ripe avocados, halve cherry tomatoes, finely chop red onion and cilantro. These fresh components add color, flavor, and texture that make the salad exciting to eat.
  3. Combine and Dress: In a large bowl, gently toss chicken, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Mix carefully to retain avocado chunks and keep the salad vibrant.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Give it a quick taste and tweak seasoning if needed—sometimes a little more lime juice or a pinch of salt makes all the difference.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Avocados: To avoid browning, add avocado last and toss gently just before serving.
  • Cook Bacon Perfectly: Use medium heat and flip often for evenly crisp bacon without burning.
  • Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes if possible to let flavors meld beautifully.
  • Lime Juice is Key: It not only flavors but also preserves the avocado’s vibrant green color.
  • Don’t Overmix: Mix lightly to keep textures intact—especially the creamy avocado and crispy bacon.

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Keywords: avocado chicken salad, bacon salad, low carb salad, keto salad, healthy chicken salad, quick chicken salad

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