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A fresh Chicken and Avocado Salad topped with creamy lime dressing in a white bowl.

Chicken and Avocado Salad with Skinny Creamy Dressing

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and sliced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with half of the salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for approximately 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch strips.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, and the remaining salt and pepper to create the dressing.
  5. In a large assembly bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
  6. Top the salad base with the warm chicken strips and the avocado slices.
  7. Drizzle the skinny creamy dressing over the salad and serve immediately.