Chicken Brussels Sprouts Salad

5 from 3 votes

Chicken Brussels Sprouts Salad

This Whole30-friendly Chicken Brussels Sprouts Salad is an easy recipe to meal prep for lunches for the week. Made with chicken, brussels sprouts, bacon, and avocado, it's loaded with protein and fiber and is incredibly tasty.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: lunch, Salad

Cuisine: brussels sprouts, chicken, salad

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: chicken brussels sprouts salad

Servings:

Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

for the dressing:

1 avocado
1/2 cup cilantro
1/4 cup mayo
1 jalapeno chopped and seeds removed (save some seeds if you want spicy)
2 garlic cloves
1/4 tsp salt plus more to taste
2 tbsp juice from 1 lime
1/2 cup water

For the salad:

24 oz. brussels sprouts shaved
4 slices thick cut bacon chopped
1 large garlic clove chopped
2 chicken breasts cooked
1 avocado diced

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Instructions

If you haven’t already, cook the chicken using one of these methods. Or, if you’re using a store-bought rotisserie chicken, skip this step.
Next, add the bacon to a large, deep skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy; remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
To that same skillet, add the brussels sprouts, along with a large pinch of salt, and cook them in the bacon grease. NOTE: you may need to add a tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet during the cooking process.
While the sprouts are cooking, make the dressing: add all ingredients to a small blender or food processor and pulse until smooth; set aside.
Once the sprouts are cooked, add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the bacon back into the skillet, along with the chicken and stir to combine.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or into a large bowl, then add the avocado, pour some of the dressing over top and toss to combine. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation.

*Salad should keep for up to 3 days in an air tight container in the refrigerator.

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