Lemon Bacon Chicken Salad with Avocado

Recipe Collection: Salads

Lemon Bacon Chicken Salad with Avocado elevates your lunch with a refreshing American dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for those not following a vegetarian diet, this salad features a tangy lemon mayonnaise dressing that enhances the flavors of each ingredient. With the added richness of avocado, this dish is ideal for summer meals or light lunches.

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Overview

This elevated chicken salad combines the classic flavors of bacon, lettuce, and tomato with a zesty lemon mayonnaise dressing. The addition of creamy avocado and a hint of Worcestershire sauce brings a delightful twist to this refreshing dish, perfect for a summer meal or a light lunch.

Diet Type

Not Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Soy (Worcestershire sauce), Avocado

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 5 Slices bacon, cooked
• 0.75 Cups mayonnaise
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) green onion, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) parsley, minced
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 Dash Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 Cups chicken, diced
• 1 Cup tomato, minced
• 2 Stalks celery, sliced
• 12 Leaves romaine lettuce
• 1 Large avocado, sliced

Steps

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until evenly browned and crispy, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool, then crumble into pieces.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced green onion, minced parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
3. In a separate large bowl, combine the diced chicken, minced tomato, and sliced celery. Add the crumbled bacon and pour the mayonnaise dressing over the top. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. When ready to serve, remove the chicken salad from the refrigerator and give it a gentle stir.
6. Arrange the romaine lettuce leaves on serving plates and spoon the chicken salad over the top. Garnish with slices of avocado.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing and savory flavors of this delightful chicken salad.

Enjoy your homemade Lemon Bacon Chicken Salad with Avocado!