Nightshade Free Chicken & Herb Stuffed Avocado Bites
Creamy avocado halves make the perfect edible bowl for a bright, herb-packed chicken filling that feels both fresh and satisfying. The dressing brings a gentle warmth from grated ginger and turmeric, balanced by apple cider vinegar and good olive oil — no tomatoes, peppers, or other nightshade ingredients anywhere in sight. That's actually harder to pull off than it sounds with savory chicken dishes, where paprika, cayenne, or hot sauce tend to sneak into the seasoning. Here, the flavor comes entirely from fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and chives, plus the crunch of cucumber and red onion. A quick brush of lemon juice keeps the avocado looking gorgeous right up until serving. These bites work beautifully as a light lunch, a starter, or even a meal-prep option when you already have cooked chicken on hand. Simple, clean, and genuinely delicious — no compromises required.
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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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