Creamy Avocado-Cilantro Chicken Salad

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A refreshing, no-mayo chicken salad with mashed avocado and fresh cilantro, perfect for lettuce wraps or as a sandwich filling. This Mexican-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs chicken breast, avocado, fresh cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 2 Mexican-inspired cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken breast, mashed avocado, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lime juice, diced red onion, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and a pinch of black pepper to the bowl.
  3. Step 3: Gently fold all ingredients together until fully incorporated and the mixture holds its shape without becoming mushy.
  4. Step 4: Chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving cold.

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