MSG Free Chicken & Herb Stuffed Avocado Bites
These stuffed avocado bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Creamy avocado halves are loaded with a bright, herby chicken filling tossed in a tangy apple cider vinegar and olive oil dressing with a gentle kick of fresh ginger and turmeric — no packets, no shortcuts, just real ingredients you can actually pronounce. For anyone navigating hidden additives in packaged seasonings and sauces, this recipe is a breath of fresh air because every single component is made from scratch with whole foods. The lemon juice brushed over the cut avocado keeps everything looking gorgeous right up until serving, which makes these just as impressive for guests as they are for a quick weeknight dinner. Fresh parsley, cilantro, and chives layered into the filling give it an almost garden-fresh quality that store-bought chicken salads simply can't match. Serve them immediately and watch the compliments roll in.
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4 servings
For the avocado
- 4 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup cucumber, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt until combined and slightly emulsified.
- 2
Add the shredded chicken, red onion, cucumber, parsley, cilantro, and chives to the bowl. Toss until every piece of chicken is evenly coated with the dressing.
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