Description
Enjoy this light and flavorful Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad. It uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a healthier, tangier twist perfect for a quick lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended for best texture)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the cooked, shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
- Add the Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, fresh dill, and lemon juice to the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients gently until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors blend.
Notes
- For added crunch, include chopped walnuts or slivered almonds.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for super fast preparation.
- Feel free to add 1/4 cup of halved grapes for a touch of sweetness.
- This salad is excellent served on lettuce wraps or whole-grain bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approx. 250
- Sugar: Approx. 4g
- Sodium: Varies based on added salt
- Fat: Approx. 7g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 5g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 40g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 100mg