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No Mayo Chicken Salad on an open faced English muffin topped with lettuce and tomato.

Healthy No Mayo Chicken Salad with Avocado


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  • Author: Bailey Sissom
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

This healthy no-mayo chicken salad is made with a creamy avocado base. It's high in protein, easy to prep ahead, and works well for simple lunches. 


Ingredients

  • avocado (1 small)
  • garlic (1 clove)
  • lemon juice (1 lemon)
  • Worcestershire sauce (2 teaspoons)
  • dijon mustard (1 teaspoon)
  • grated parmesan cheese (¼ cup)
  • salt (1/2 teaspoon)
  • ground black pepper (¼ teaspoon)
  • canned chicken, drained (12 ounces)


Instructions

  1. Add avocado (1 small), garlic (1 clove), lemon juice (from 1 lemon), Worcestershire sauce (2 teaspoons), Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon), grated parmesan cheese (¼ cup), salt (1/2 teaspoon), and ground black pepper (1/4 teaspoon) to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth and fully combined, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  2. Transfer the dressing to a medium mixing bowl and add canned chicken (12 ounces). Stir until the chicken is evenly coated and fully combined.

Notes

Chicken Options: Canned chicken works well here and keeps this recipe quick. Rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken can be used instead. Chop it finely so it mixes evenly. 

Meal Prep Friendly: This chicken salad holds well in the fridge for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container. 

How To Eat: Eat it straight from the jar, scoop it with veggies, or use it as a filling for wraps, sandwiches, or toast. It's versatile. 

Seasoning Check: Taste the dressing before adding the chicken. Depending on the saltiness of your parmesan and Worcestershire sauce, you may want a pinch more of salt or a squeeze of lemon. 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/3 chicken salad
  • Calories: 328
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 794.7 mg
  • Fat: 18.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8.6 g
  • Protein: 32.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 92.3 mg