Crispy Garlic-Infused Chicken & Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A high-protein, keto-friendly salad with perfectly seared chicken, creamy avocado, and a vibrant herb dressing that melts into every leafy bite. This American-inspired keto recipe (high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Chicken breast, boneless skinless, Avocado, Olive oil, extra virgin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 368 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.

Ingredients

• 6 oz Chicken breast, boneless skinless
• 1/2 medium Avocado
• 2 tbsp Olive oil, extra virgin
• 2 tbsp Lemon, juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
• 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh chives
• 2 cups Mixed greens
• 1 tbsp Pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 6 oz boneless skinless chicken breast with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
2. Step 2: While chicken cooks, whisk together 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl, then slowly whisk in 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil until emulsified. Stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill and 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives.
3. Step 3: Cut 1/2 medium avocado in half, remove pit, scoop flesh into a bowl, and mash until smooth. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and a pinch of salt to prevent browning.
4. Step 4: Slice rested chicken (after 5-minute rest) into 1/4-inch thick pieces. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups mixed greens, sliced chicken, and mashed avocado. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until evenly coated. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds just before serving.