Description
Green Goddess Chicken Salad is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy meal combining tender cooked chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, creamy avocado, and a zesty herb-packed Green Goddess dressing. This nutrient-rich salad is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded or diced
- 1 head romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts thoroughly by poaching, grilling, or baking. Once cooled, shred or dice into bite-sized pieces for even distribution in the salad.
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop into crisp pieces. Dice the cucumber, slice the green onions, and finely chop parsley, chives, and tarragon to maximize freshness and flavor.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, anchovy paste, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste until the dressing is tangy and herbaceous.
- Combine the prepared chicken, chopped vegetables, and dressing in a large bowl. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Dice the avocado last to prevent browning, then carefully fold it into the salad to maintain its creamy texture. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and textures.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Green Goddess Chicken Salad, healthy salad, chicken salad, avocado salad, green goddess dressing