Easy Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt
Easy Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt is a deliciously healthy dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy Greek yogurt. This vibrant salad is perfect for picnics, meal prep, or simply to elevate your lunch game. With its beautiful colors and fresh flavors, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Get ready to enjoy a light yet satisfying meal that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced fresh celery
- 1 cup halved red grapes
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Boil chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Add shredded chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and walnuts to the dressing. Gently fold until well combined.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize by substituting chicken with canned tuna or chickpeas for a vegetarian option. Add dried fruits or fresh herbs for extra flavor.