Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad
This Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad delivers 9g protein and 433 calories per serving—a fat-forward option supporting hormone synthesis during intense training phases. Readies 4 servings on the stovetop in under 30 minutes, working as a complete meal or side that adds caloric density to lean proteins. Targets strength athletes in a surplus who need micronutrient-rich meals without excessive protein concentration.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(120g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Vinegar, Red Wine(30g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(120g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Serrano Pepper(15g)
- •Oregano, Dried(4g)
- •1 teaspoon coarse salt (leveled)
- •1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Olive oil(5g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lettuce, Romaine(1200g)
- •Tomato
- •Yellow Onion
- •Avocado
- •1 pinch fresh parsley (to garnish)
Instructions
- 1Make a batch of Chimichurri using this recipe, in a small bowl or jug.
- 2Pour 4 tablespoons of Chimichurri out into a shallow dish to coat the chicken fillets, and allow to marinade for 20 minutes (if time allows). Refrigerate the reserved untouched marinade to use as a dressing.
- 3Heat the oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and grill chicken fillets on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. Once chicken is cooked, set aside and allow to rest.
- 4Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, tomatoes, onion and avocado slices.
- 5Drizzle with remaining Chimichurri dressing and serve with (optional) extra parsley leaves.
Nutrition — Per Serving
433
calories
9g
protein
33g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 33g
- Saturated fat
- 4.5g
- Sodium
- 53 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 9.1g
4 servings per batch · ~434g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad have per serving?
Each serving provides 9g of protein, 433 calories, 33g fat, and 33g carbs. The low protein content makes this unsuitable as a primary protein source for muscle-building meal prep.
How long does Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and makes 4 servings, enabling rapid assembly during meal prep sessions.
Is Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad good for fat loss?
At 433 calories per serving with minimal protein (9g), this salad functions better as a vegetable-heavy accompaniment to a higher-protein meal rather than a standalone fat loss option.
