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Healthy Chicken Salad made with Greek yogurt, shredded chicken, and fresh greens on a rustic plate.

Healthy Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

This creamy chicken salad swaps mayo for Greek yogurt to create a lighter, protein-packed meal perfect for meal prep and quick lunches.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup halved red grapes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Cook chicken by grilling, baking, or poaching until fully cooked and let it rest before shredding or dicing

    2. In a bowl whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth

    3. Combine shredded chicken, celery, grapes, red onion, parsley, and nuts in a large bowl

    4. Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken mixture and fold gently until everything is evenly coated

    5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld

    6. Serve chilled on its own, in sandwiches, wraps, or over a bed of greens

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: salad
    • Method: mixing
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 240
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 280
    • Fat: 9
    • Saturated Fat: 2
    • Unsaturated Fat: 6
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 6
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 28
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: healthy chicken salad, greek yogurt, chicken salad recipe, meal prep, yogurt chicken salad, healthy meal, high protein salad