Best 2 Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipes

Are you looking for a healthy and delicious chicken salad recipe? Greek yogurt chicken salad is a great option! This easy-to-make dish is packed with protein and flavor, and it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK YOGURT CHICKEN SALAD

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This chicken salad is missing one of the classic chicken salad ingredients, mayonnaise. Instead, it uses Greek yogurt that lends some added tang and boosts the healthiness of the salad.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories Salad

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
½ cup celery, diced

Steps:

Combine Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, honey, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and onion powder in a small bowl. Mix well until dressing is smooth and creamy.
Combine shredded chicken and celery in a large bowl. Top with dressing and mix to combine. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 309.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

LOADED CHICKEN OR TUNA SALAD WITH GREEK YOGURT GARLIC RANCH "MAYO" RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Loaded Chicken or Tuna Salad with Greek Yogurt Garlic Ranch

Provided by Tarah716

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 to 3 cups shredded chicken (I use a roast chicken and a mix of white and dark meat) or 4 cans of white albacore tuna, drained
2 green onions, both the light and dark green parts, sliced
1 red bell pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded and diced
1 small carrot peeled and grated or shredded (sometimes I steam the carrot shreds, about 1 to 2 minutes, for more flavor)
2 large stalks of celery, peeled (this is the best way to add it to salads, no strings), thick white end cut off, split vertically three or four times, finely diced
1 very small red onion or one-quarter of a large red onion, diced (or 1 large shallot, diced)
1 to 3 avocados, depending on how many sandwiches, each half slightly mashed
Garlic Greek Yogurt Ranch Mayo (recipe follows). the amount depending on how 'wet' you like your chicken salad
Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, if needed.
GREEK YOGURT GARLIC RANCH 'MAYO'
2/3 cup Greek Yogurt (Use all mayonnaise instead of yogurt, if desired)
2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (if using all mayonnaise, just 2)
1/4 cup chopped, fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped, fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped, fresh dill weed
1 garlic clove chopped and smashed into a paste with a pinch of kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup buttermilk (more or less, taste as you drizzle it in and stir, or 2 teaspoons buttermilk powder**) You can omit all the buttermilk, if you like. It's great without it too, since yogurt is already tangy. If using all mayo, you need to use it.
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Make the Salad Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. Mix in as much of the Greek Yogurt ranch mayo as you desire. The Secret - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (I refrigerate it overnight) before serving to allow the flavors of the chicken salad and yogurt ranch to really blend or shall I say 'sing'? Because it really does sing! You'd be amazed at the difference it makes, not unlike beef stew eaten the day after it's cooked. Season it with extra salt and pepper after letting it chill, if need be. Serve as sandwiches, slightly mashing an avocado on top or spreading the avocado on one or both slices of bread, then layering boston or butter lettuce and tomato, if desired, or roll into whole wheat flour tortilla wraps or flatbread. Keep it low-carb and gluten-free by serving as is on a salad plate or spooned into a ripe avocado half. Make The Greek Yogurt Garlic Ranch: Place Greek yogurt in a strainer lined with cheesecloth (or a paper towel) over a bowl. Cover the strainer and allow excess liquid to drain for about 1 to 2 hours. You'll be replacing the liquid with buttermilk to make it 'ranch'. (While it's draining, start roasting the peppers and prepping the rest of the vegetables for the salad). If you're using all mayonnaise, obviously you can skip the above step. In a medium bowl, stir together strained Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, dill, garlic paste,, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in buttermilk. Add more or less buttermilk for desired taste and consistency. I like it thick, like, well..mayo. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Wrap and refrigerate for several hours before adding it to salad, if you have the time. Even more flavor! Notes: *Double or add another half of the Garlic Ranch recipe for more 'mayo' ** You can usually find buttermilk powder in the baking or dried milk aisle in supermarkets. If not, you can order it online.

Tips:

Use high-quality Greek yogurt for the best flavor and texture.
Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even distribution throughout the salad.
Finely chop the celery and onion for a more delicate texture.
Use a variety of nuts for added flavor and crunch, such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
Season the salad to taste with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, such as dill or parsley.
Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or in a whole-wheat pita pocket for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Greek yogurt chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and it is also low in calories and carbohydrates. This versatile dish can be served on a bed of lettuce, in a whole-wheat pita pocket, or even as a dip for vegetables. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, Greek yogurt chicken salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.