🥑🥗 Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad (Weight Watchers Friendly)
This Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad is a fresh, healthy, and protein-packed meal. Made with tender shredded chicken, crunchy veggies, and creamy avocado instead of heavy mayo, it’s light, satisfying, and perfect for Weight Watchers, keto, and diabetic-friendly diets. Great for meal prep too!
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 1 ripe avocado (mashed)
- ½ cup cucumber (chopped)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tbsp red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare Base:
- In a bowl, mash the avocado until smooth
2. Mix Ingredients:
- Add shredded chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and herbs
3. Add Creaminess:
- Mix in Greek yogurt (optional) and lemon juice
4. Season:
- Add salt and pepper, then mix everything well
5. Chill & Serve:
- Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes for best flavor
- Serve cold
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
- Eat as a salad 🥗
- Wrap in lettuce leaves 🌿
- Spread on whole wheat toast 🍞
🔢 Diet Info:
- Weight Watchers: ~3–5 points (depends on yogurt/avocado)
- Keto: ✔ Low-carb & high fat
- Diabetic-Friendly: ✔ Low sugar, balanced
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I skip yogurt?
✔ Yes! Avocado alone gives great creaminess
Q2: How long does it last?
✔ 1–2 days in fridge (best fresh)
Q3: Can I add more protein?
✔ Add boiled eggs or extra chicken
Q4: Is it good for weight loss?
✔ Yes—high protein + healthy fats keep you full
Q5: Can I use canned chicken?
✔ Yes, just drain well before using
✅ Tips:
- Use ripe avocado for best texture
- Add chili flakes for extra flavor 🌶️
- Don’t overmix to keep texture nice.