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The Best No-Mayo Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with Bacon and Avocado

A mound of creamy honey mustard chicken salad topped generously with crispy bacon bits and fresh chives.
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You make this high protein honey mustard chicken salad without mayonnaise. It is quick, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, or wraps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 ripe avocado, mashed
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken breasts until done. Shred or dice the chicken and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Cook the bacon until crisp. Crumble the bacon and add it to the bowl with the chicken.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mashed avocado, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the honey mustard dressing over the chicken and bacon mixture.
  5. Add the chopped celery and fresh chives to the bowl.
  6. Gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated. Do not overmix.
  7. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Cover the bowl and chill the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve this high protein chicken salad on lettuce cups, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

Notes

  • For a tangier chicken salad recipe, increase the apple cider vinegar by one teaspoon.
  • You can prepare the chicken ahead of time to make this a quick chicken salad lunch ready in under 10 minutes.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
  • If you prefer a sweeter profile, use slightly more honey for a savory sweet salad.

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