Description
A light yet satisfying salad made with tender shredded chicken, creamy avocado, sweet corn, crispy turkey bacon, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or a refreshing lunch.
Ingredients
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2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded
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2 ripe avocados, diced
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1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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6 slices turkey bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
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4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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2 Roma tomatoes, diced and seeded
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2 tbsp parsley, minced
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2 tbsp chives, chopped
Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing:
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Juice of 1 lime
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¼ cup olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp honey
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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If not already cooked, season and cook chicken breasts, then shred.
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Cook turkey bacon until crispy, then chop.
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Mix lemon juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl or jar to create dressing.
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In a large bowl, combine lettuce, chicken, avocado, corn, bacon, tomatoes, parsley, and chives.
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Drizzle half the dressing, toss gently, and add more as needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
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Add dressing just before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
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Dice avocado last to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (if chicken/bacon not pre-cooked)
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: American