Description
Need a quick win for dinner, lunch prep, or a snack that doubles as a mic drop? This Avocado Bacon Chicken Salad is your hero. It’s packed with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, cheddar, and scallions, all wrapped in a luscious Caesar dressing. No mayo, no fuss—just flavor that high-fives you with every bite. Wrap it, spoon it, sandwich it… or eat it straight from the bowl. No shame here.
Ingredients
• 2 cups cooked chopped chicken
• 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced
• ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¾ cup thinly sliced scallions
• ¾ cup diced celery
• ¼ cup Caesar dressing
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: squeeze of lemon juice (to keep avocado bright)
Instructions
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Combine chicken, bacon, avocado, cheese, scallions, and celery in a large bowl.
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Drizzle Caesar dressing over the top. Start with 3 tbsp, add more as needed.
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Gently toss until everything is just coated.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors mingle.
Notes
• Use lemon juice on avocado to prevent browning
• For meal prep, mix everything but the avocado and dressing; add fresh before serving
• Swap Caesar with ranch or green goddess for variety
- Prep Time: 15 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 Cal Per Serving
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 30g