Its the ideal lunch since it takes just 10 minutes to make.

Simply Recipes / Sara Haas

Every time I visit California I never want to leave.

Theres something special about the landscape, the lifestyle, and the beautiful food that steals my heart.

california chicken salad sandwich on a plate

Simply Recipes / Sara Haas

How can one place be so stunning, low-key, and delicious all at once?

The restaurant served it with sprouts on the softest whole-grain bread.

It was simple, fresh, and incredibly flavorful.

california chicken salad in a bowl

Simply Recipes / Sara Haas

It really made an impressionso much so that Ive been making it at home ever since.

The chicken in the original recipe was tender because it was slow-roasted rotisserie chicken.

The crisp red onion and perfectly ripe avocado were freshly chopped just before serving.

First, I buy a rotisserie chicken and remove the meat for chopping.

I also buy prepared Vidalia onion dressing instead of making my own.

There are plenty of delicious brands, butVirginia Brand Vidalia Onion Vinaigretteis my favorite.

Set aside for a few minutes to mellow its bite.

Slice or dice the avocado and add to the bowl with the chicken.

Drain the onions and add them to the bowl along with the remaining dressing; toss gently to combine.

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