Description
Creamy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad brings Mediterranean freshness to classic comfort food, blending tender chicken with zesty herbs and tangy yogurt. Protein-packed and light, this dish offers you a delightful meal that satisfies both hunger and palate with its refreshing flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups (473 ml) cooked chicken, shredded/diced
Creamy Base:
- ½ cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
Vegetables and Herbs:
- ¼ cup (59 ml) celery, chopped
- ¼ cup (59 ml) red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, blend the Greek yogurt with freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
- Finely dice the crisp celery and red onion, creating uniform, petite pieces for consistent texture.
- Gently fold the chopped chicken into the yogurt mixture, coating each morsel evenly.
- Incorporate the diced vegetables and freshly chopped parsley into the creamy chicken blend.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper gradually, tasting and adjusting the seasoning to achieve a balanced flavor profile.
- For optimal enjoyment, refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve chilled atop a bed of mixed greens, nestled in a whole wheat wrap, or enjoyed as a standalone protein-rich dish.
Notes
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt to create a lighter, protein-packed version of classic chicken salad.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving option that adds extra flavor and reduces prep work.
- Keep the chicken salad refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness and food safety.
- Customize by adding chopped almonds or dried cranberries for extra crunch and a sweet-tangy twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg