Chicken Salad

This healthy and delicious chicken salad is packed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, making it perfect for any occasion!

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 30

Total Time 15

Course Salad

Cuisine Healthy

Servings servings

Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
1 cup celery chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes halved
1/2 cup red onion diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, halved grape tomatoes, and diced red onion.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to combine until everything is well coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and enjoy!

Notes

This chicken salad can be served as a sandwich filling, on top of greens, or as a stand-alone dish. Add nuts or dried cranberries for extra flavor!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Keyword chicken, healthy, salad