Description
A healthy and refreshing Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad featuring shredded chicken mixed with creamy Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, apple, fresh parsley, and crunchy sliced almonds. This quick and easy salad is perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner and can be served in wraps, sandwiches, or on greens.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)
Salad Mix-Ins
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced apple (optional for a touch of sweetness)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: If you haven’t already, cook and shred or dice your chicken. You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience or cook fresh chicken breast or thighs. Let it cool slightly before assembling the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder (if using). Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Mix the salad: Add the shredded chicken, diced celery, red onion, apple (if using), parsley, and sliced almonds (if using) to the bowl with the dressing. Stir everything together until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice for added brightness.
- Serve: Serve the Greek yogurt chicken salad on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or on whole grain bread for a healthy sandwich. You can also serve it with crackers or as a side dish.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
- For added crunch, include sliced almonds or substitute with walnuts or pecans.
- The diced apple adds a pleasing sweetness but can be omitted or replaced with grapes for variation.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences and dietary needs.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
