Description
A simple, creamy, and flavorful chicken salad made with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and fresh veggies. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, celery, onion, dill, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well: Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve on its own, on bread or crackers, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken, leftover cooked chicken, or grilled chicken for convenience.
- Add other ingredients to the salad, such as grapes, chopped apples, or chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra flavor and texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg