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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad with Herbs

A healthier version of chicken salad made with fresh herbs, and Greek yogurt and a touch of mayo.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes

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Cuisine: American
Keyword: savory chicken salad recipe
Servings: 2
Calories: 237kcal
Author: Anne

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad with Herbs

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces chicken breast cooked
  • 1/2 cup celery diced, about 2 stalks
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dill or your favorite fresh herbs
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise Optional
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Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl
  • Use a wooden spoon and mix them together. Adjust the flavors by adding a dash of salt and pepper and  more lemon juice.

Notes

For best results refrigerate chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. 
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Recipe Variations
Make it sweet and tangy. Add 1 tablespoon dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon of dill or sweet pickle relish.
Make it sweet. Use orange juice instead of lemon juice and add ¼ cup dried cranberries.
Add Veggies such as a ½ cup diced carrots or red peppers for extra veggies.
Add Crunch Take the crunchy celery to the next level a nice crunch with a ½ cup chopped walnuts, almonds, water chestnuts or pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 573mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 177IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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