Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl
Introduction
Few dishes deliver as much fresh, hearty satisfaction as a Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl. This vibrant one-bowl meal bursts with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a zippy homemade dressing—perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or light dinners. It’s a powerhouse of flavor, texture, and nutrition that feels special while staying simple enough for everyday enjoyment.
Why Make This Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl?
This salad bowl combines perfectly charred, tender chicken and rich avocado with crisp veggies for a deliciously satisfying, nutrient-packed meal that’s as beautiful as it is healthful. The varied textures—warm chicken, crunchy greens, buttery avocado—bring it to the next level, while the tangy dressing ties every bite together. It’s endlessly customizable, and the ease of assembly makes it a weeknight win or meal-prep champion. Plus, this bowl is naturally gluten-free, low in carbs, and high in protein.
Prepping Ingredients for Maximum Freshness
Efficiency meets freshness with a streamlined prep. Start by slicing your veggies for consistent, bite-sized pieces; a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes quick work of this step, streamlining dicing of cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions in mere seconds.
Next, gather and rinse your greens—mixed salad leaves, crisp romaine, or peppery arugula all shine here. Slice the avocado just before assembly to prevent browning and keep that vibrant green color.
When working with raw chicken, always use a dedicated board like a Bamboo Cutting Board for safe, easy slicing, and trim the meat to even thickness for even cooking.
Perfectly Grilled Chicken, Every Time
Tender, flavorful grilled chicken is essential for this salad. Before grilling, drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil, season well, and let them rest for 15 minutes for best flavor. If you’re indoors or don’t want to heat the grill, a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch provides beautiful sear and easy cleanup.
Cook chicken over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until golden, juicy, and cooked through. Take the guesswork out of doneness using a quick-read tool like the ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking. Chicken is ready at 165°F in the thickest part.
Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes, then slice or dice as desired. For easy shredding, a tool like the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen can save time and effort.
Assembling Your Salad Bowl
Start by creating a bed of greens in each bowl. Arrange sliced chicken, avocado, chopped veggies, and any extras (like hard-boiled eggs or cheese) in attractive sections.
If you’re meal-prepping, a Bentgo Salad Container keeps everything crisp and compartmentalized until lunchtime. Drizzle your dressing just before serving to maintain texture and freshness.
Serving & Garnishing for Maximum Appeal
Top your bowl with a sprinkle of fresh herbs—cilantro or chives work beautifully—for a color and flavor boost. A squeeze of lime adds brightness. For crunch, toss in roasted pepitas or a few crushed tortilla chips.
Keep salad fresh for later in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers if making ahead. Pair with a cool drink for a complete, refreshing meal.
Nutrition and Serving Size
This recipe makes 2 generous salad bowls—each loaded with lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Each bowl contains roughly 500 calories, 42g protein, 15-18g carbs, and 28g fat (mainly heart-healthy monounsaturated fat from avocado and olive oil).
Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl (Recap)
This crowd-pleasing salad offers unbeatable freshness, vibrant color, and a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s healthy, satisfying, and easily adaptable for meal prep or entertaining alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or heat your SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium-high heat.
- Coat chicken breasts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Grill or pan-cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (check with the ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer). Rest and slice.
- Meanwhile, chop salad greens, cucumber, and tomatoes (the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper shines for even results). Thinly slice red onion and avocado.
- Whisk together dressing: olive oil, lime juice, Dijon, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble bowls: Divide greens between two large bowls (or a Bentgo Salad Container for meal prep). Top with sliced chicken, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and cheese. Drizzle with dressing, garnish with herbs, and enjoy.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
This Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl delivers maximum flavor, freshness, and satisfaction with minimal effort—a perfect recipe for your healthy rotation!