Name: Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great); 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); 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)

Description

A light and healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad that combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy yogurt-based dressing, fresh vegetables, and optional crunchy almonds for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or a nutritious snack, this recipe uses simple ingredients and takes just 10 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients

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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)

Add-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)

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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

You can substitute plain yogurt with low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like dill or chives.
The diced apple adds sweetness but can be omitted if preferred.
Use rotisserie chicken to save preparation time.
Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.