Healthy Chicken Salad
A refreshing and nutritious chicken salad that combines protein-packed chicken with crunchy vegetables and sweet grapes, perfect for quick lunches or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced Use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken.
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved Can substitute apples for sweetness.
- 1/4 cup almonds, sliced Can substitute walnuts or other nuts.
Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with mayonnaise if desired.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, chopped celery, diced red onion, halved grapes, and sliced almonds.
- In a smaller bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and lemon juice until it forms a smooth dressing.
- Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then chill the salad in the refrigerator.
- Serve on its own, in wraps, or over a bed of greens.
Notes
Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze without dressing and add yogurt when ready to serve.