Dinner for 7
Avocado Chicken Salad
$9.12for 430 minServes 7
Shredded chicken, avocado, fruit, vegetables, and beans are tossed with a bright citrus dressing.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicken breast, 0.95 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.95 lb | $3.27Typical price |
 | Avocados, 2$1.29 each typical | 2 | $2.58Typical price |
 | Corn kernels, 5 oz$0.09/oz typical | 5 oz | $0.45Typical price |
 | Cucumbers, 0.5$0.89 each typical | 0.5 | $0.45Typical price |
 | Pineapple and mango, 1$3.49 each typical | 1 | $3.49Typical price |
 | Berries, 5 oz$0.40/oz typical | 5 oz | $2.00Typical price |
 | Cherry and grape tomatoes, 5.25 oz$0.30/oz typical | 5.25 oz | $1.59Typical price |
 | Canned beans, 3.25 oz$0.09/oz typical | 3.25 oz | $0.29Typical price |
 | Onions, a little$1.29/lb typical | a little | $0.10Typical price |
 | Poblano and other fresh chiles, 1.5$0.60 each typical | 1.5 | $0.90Typical price |
 | Fresh herbs (cilantro, a little$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.09Typical price |
 | Juice, 3 oz$0.04/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.12Typical price |
 | Garlic, a little$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.03Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $15.96 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Swap canned beans for dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilSalt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)
Not included in the cost.
- 30 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 7servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
MexicanDairy-freeGluten-freeBudgetSide dishesLunchesDinnersNo-cookSummer
$2.28 per serving$9.12 for 4
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Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 2 large avocados
- 1 cup corn
- 1/2 english cucumber
- 1 mango
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1/4 cup chopped red onions
- 1 1/2 jalapenos
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp kosher salt or sea salt (optional)
- 1/2 tsp each ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chipotle chile powder
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Steps
- Whisk the olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, salt, cumin, chipotle powder, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Cut the avocados, cucumber, mango, strawberries, tomatoes, jalapenos, and red onion into bite-size pieces.
- Combine the chicken, corn, black beans, cilantro, and cut produce in a large bowl.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until coated.
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