Zesty Chicken Strips With Avocado Mayo
Tender, seasoned chicken strips paired with crunchy celery and a bright, creamy avocado-lemon dip. A perfect high-protein combination for sustained afternoon energy.
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Before you start
Your 13-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal Prep: Batch prep this by doubling the chicken; the cooked strips keep perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for an instant grab-and-go snack.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
Gather as you go
For the Chicken & Celery
For the Zesty Mayo
From Your Pantry
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Next: Slice the chicken breast into thin strips
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Slice the chicken breast into thin strips
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Toss them in a bowl with a light drizzle of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked through (an internal temperature of 165°F).
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While the chicken cooks
While the chicken cooks, squeeze the juice from the lemon half into a small bowl. Whisk in the avocado mayonnaise until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Cut the celery stalks into sticks
Cut the celery stalks into sticks.
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Serve the warm chicken strips and crunchy…
Serve the warm chicken strips and crunchy celery alongside the zesty avocado mayo for dipping.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Meal Prep
Meal Prep: Batch prep this by doubling the chicken; the cooked strips keep perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for an instant grab-and-go snack.
Veggie Swap
Veggie Swap: If you want to switch up the vegetables, cucumber slices or bell pepper strips offer a fantastic crunch and pair beautifully with the lemon mayo.
Spice It Up
Spice It Up: For a little extra kick, mix a dash of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper into the mayonnaise dip.
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