Easy and low fat Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe that is a must for hot summer days, healthy lunches and quick dinner. Low in calories and sodium with Greek yogurt and a touch of mayo this lightened up version retains all the flavor of a classic chicken salad.
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My goal with this healthy chicken salad was to keep it super simple, so we can pull it off any time. Cold salad with creamy texture, crunchy celery and red onion, this healthy salad recipe is flavorful, protein packed and tasty.
During our Southern California road trip I had chicken salad for quick lunch at Legoland. While an 8 oz serving cost US $10 and made my teeth cringe from sodium, it was extremely satisfying in 115 degrees F heat. Of course, I kept thinking we can do better, of course. ?
I like to add some tang to my salad and cut the calories by adding greek yogurt and mustard instead of JUST mayo. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice can add so much to any dish and really make it pop! This recipe has the perfect amount of sauce versus chicken and grapes.
One of the best things about chicken salad is how easy it is to customize. This recipe has pecans and grapes, but you can sub these ingredients or add in more according to your preferences. Here are some variation ideas:
This is one of the most versatile, protein-packed recipes you can make! I love to serve it on top of salads or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low carb alternative to sandwiches. But of course this recipe also makes an amazing chicken salad sandwich. You can also use tortillas to make chicken salad wraps, or croissants to make things a bit fancy!
I would not recommend freezing chicken salad. It tends to get watery after thawing out. However, if you choose to freeze it. Place it in a freezer safe storage bag, remove all the air from the bag and store up to two months. When ready to serve, thaw out in the refrigerator for 24 hours. I would highly recommend adding more mayo to thicken it up or it will be runny.
This Easy Chicken Salad Recipe is a healthier version of traditional chicken salad. Made with shredded chicken breasts, greek yogurt, grapes and a few herbs for the perfect balance of creamy + crunchy.
This healthy chicken salad is pretty easy to customize/substitute your ingredients, so check below for ideas on how to make it just the way you like! If you like buffalo sauce, you need to try our Buffalo Chicken Salad!
I made shredded chicken in my quick-cooker (super easy) & then added fresh dill & dried cranberries to this recipe!I love the greek yogurt in place of mayo. I used it on salad & sandwiches. One of my new lunch favorites.
The thing I did different instead of makining it into a sandwich or having with salad. I had celery, cucumber and carrot sticks and put the chicken filling inside slices of ham and made wraps. Had quite a few comments at work and have passed your recipe on.
To make this chicken salad, start with the dressing. I make the dressing in a large bowl and then add the other ingredients to that same bowl. Stir together the plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
You can keep the chicken salad in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, as long as you made it with chicken cooked that same day. Serve chicken salad on bread, croissants or lettuce.
This was my first attempt at making chicken salad and it was delicious. My husband is a big chicken salad fan and he loved it. I did use 1/2 greek yogurt 1/2 mayo just because I was afraid my husband would notice a difference with all Greek yogurt. I will definitely be making this again.
Greek yogurt chicken salad is such a great meal prep lunch idea. You can put it in a mason jar and eat just that or you can pack it in a meal prep container with more veggies, chips, etc. Here are some serving suggestions.
Most of the time, chicken salad is a naturally low carb meal option and is suitable for a keto diet, but that does depend what you put in it. There are chicken salad recipes with grapes, apples, or dried cranberries that need to be left out for a keto chicken salad. Always check ingredient lists to know for sure if yours is keto friendly.
A healthier spin on the traditional chicken salad sandwich. I make mine with just a hint of mayonnaise and sour cream combined with lots of healthy greek yogurt to make it creamy and rich without all the added calories. Fresh diced apples, grapes, chopped chicken, celery, dried cranberries, and walnuts make this chicken salad sandwich AMAZING!
If you'd like to serve at a later time, toss the apples in an additional teaspoon of lemon juice, then combine the salad ingredients, cover, and refrigerate. I like to keep the salad ingredients and dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent the veggies/fruit/nuts/bread from getting soggy.
I like my salad nice and dressed if you prefer a lightly dressed salad, you could even get away with just cup of greek yogurt and a tablespoon of mayo or sour cream.
You can add additional garlic powder and curry powder to taste or omit it completely if you'd like a more traditional chicken salad.
Feel free to swap out/omit the salad ingredients to your liking!
This rotisserie chicken salad looks amazing!! I always just toss in some mayo, salt and pepper and call it a day! This version loaded with not only veggies but all that flavour? Amazing! This will make a much tastier sandwich for sure!
I love chicken salad and I remember those lovely luncheons that my mom would serve. They always seemed so perfect and lovely. Thank you for your visit. I hope that you will visit again soon. Blessings, Catherine xo
First, I made the garlic. The next part is very important, so pay attention: resist the urge to eat all of it. OK, next step. Blend plain nonfat Green yogurt with that unholy amount of roasted garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and mix it with the chicken. Stir in chopped fresh basil, roasted red peppers, and just a handful of Parmesan cheese and serve it in radicchio cups for a light but ultra-satisfying meal. Chicken salad, Italian-style!
Chicken Salad Sandwiches: Make tasty chicken sandwiches by adding lettuce, tomatoes, avocadoes, salad greens, and sliced cucumbers with the chicken salad. You can serve it on croissants, crusty artisan bread, pita bread, buns, toasted baguette, or crackers.
This video shows how to make the Asian Chicken Salad, with one slight difference. In the video, I use chicken breast that is marinated in a Chinese Five Spice blend. This is how I originally created this Chinese chicken salad recipe, but since then simplified it to include shredded chicken.
This Asian Chicken Salad recipe was originally published on March 3, 2018. The recipe has been modified mostly to switch out the cooked chicken breast with shredded chicken. The post now includes new step-by-step photos of how to make the salad.
This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad recipe is a healthy, make-ahead meal that I like to serve throughout the week. Whether you want a salad, sandwich, lettuce wrap or something a little bit in between, this healthy chicken salad recipe with Greek yogurt is made with seasonal fresh ingredients and leftover chicken for a quick and easy meal.
Today, I come to you with a Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe that celebrates the deliciousness of plain yogurt and uses it in place of mayonnaise. The beauty of this recipe is that it comes together in about 30 minutes and is just as delicious as the mayo-laden classic chicken salad that you eat in every potluck. With just a few creative ingredient swaps, all of which are probably already in your fridge/pantry, you can make the best chicken salad without using a drop of mayo.
The beauty of this chicken fruit salad is that it is so versatile. I used apples and grapes mixed with sliced almonds as I took some inspiration from my Waldorf Chicken Salad. But feel free to use fresh, seasonal ingredients so you can make this recipe any time of year.
When I have time, I usually roast 2 or 3 split chicken breasts and use them in this salad. I like breast meat because it is easy to flavor and low in calorie compared to other parts of chicken. If you need a foolproof recipe, be sure to try my Oven-Baked Bone-In Chicken Breast recipe.
Portion the chicken salad into 4-5 reusable meal prep containers for a super fast grab-and-go meal. When I make the meal prep version, I really enjoy transforming it into a complete salad.
Take two slices of bread, drizzle a few tablespoons of the yogurt dressing on each piece of bread, scoop your chicken salad onto one half (about a cup), top with sliced avocado, place the other piece of bread on top, cut in half, and enjoy!
For a light chicken salad that is keto-friendly and low carb, place the prepared salad in buttery Boston lettuce cups. Gently wash and dry your Boston lettuce cups and lay out flat on your counter. Place a large spoonful of the salad (about a cup) into each lettuce cup and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
In a mason jar, place a bed of chopped Boston lettuce in the bottom. Then top with the salad, drizzle with the remaining Greek yogurt dressing, and place another handful of chopped Boston lettuce on top. Repeat it until you are finished with all the chicken salad.Seal and store in the fridge for the week.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. As it sits in the fridge, it may dry out a little bit. Feel free to add in a tablespoon of yogurt to the leftovers for a creamy chicken salad before serving.
Hi Gina,I LOLed when I read this. He is in his 3rd helping!!!!Love it!I am so happy to hear that you guys enjoyed this healthy chicken salad recipe.It is on rotation in our house as well.Thanks for coming by and taking the time to leave a review.Cheers!
Deliciously grilled chicken served with a variety of veggies and herbs, tossed with mixed baby greens. This is a grilled chicken salad full of fresh flavors that packs a punch, leaving you feeling satisfied. No whimpy salads allowed here. This is the perfect salad for summer entertaining. It is filling but light, easy but flavorful, and absolutely delicious. 2ff7e9595c
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