Description
This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red grapes, halved
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed greens or whole grain bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth. Add the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, grapes, nuts, and parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Omit mayonnaise entirely for a lighter version.
- Swap grapes for diced apples or dried cranberries for variation.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
