Avocado Herb Chicken Lettuce Cups (Printable Version)

Creamy avocado, tender chicken, and fresh herbs served in crisp lettuce cups for a light, protein-rich meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

→ Vegetables & Herbs

02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

→ Dressing

07 - 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Assembly

12 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves
13 - Cherry tomatoes, halved, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced avocado, celery, red onion, parsley, and dill.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
05 - Spoon the chicken salad evenly into the lettuce leaves to form cups.
06 - Top with cherry tomato halves if desired and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • High in protein and healthy fats from chicken and fresh avocado.
  • Low-carb and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs.
  • Quick preparation time of 20 minutes for a fresh, homemade meal.
  • Bursting with flavor from fresh parsley, dill, and a zesty Greek yogurt dressing.
02 -
  • Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and cooled before mixing with the avocado to maintain freshness.
  • Serve the cups immediately after assembly to prevent the lettuce from becoming soft.
  • Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens if you have dietary restrictions.
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