Elevate your keto meal plan with this refreshing and protein-packed Keto Shredded Chicken Salad! Combining tender shredded chicken, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables like celery, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber, this salad is as delicious as it is nutritious. The avocado-based dressing, infused with tangy lemon juice, garlic powder, and rich mayonnaise, makes every bite indulgently creamy while keeping it low-carb. Perfect for busy days, this vibrant salad is prepped in just 20 minutes and can be enjoyed immediately or stored for a quick meal later in the week. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's a wholesome and flavorful dish thatβs ideal for lunch or dinner and fits seamlessly into your keto lifestyle.
Place the chicken breasts in a medium-sized pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by mashing the avocado until smooth.
Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Dice the celery stalks and chop the red onion finely. Add them to the dressing mixture.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, and slice the cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Add these to the mixing bowl.
Add the shredded chicken to the bowl with the dressing and vegetables. Toss everything together until the chicken is well coated and the vegetables are evenly distributed.
Garnish the salad with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Calories |
1847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 128.9 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1791 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1913 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.