Description
Savor the refreshing taste of this Greek yogurt chicken salad, combining tender chicken with creamy yogurt and crisp veggies for a healthy dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, season generously with salt and pepper, and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked through and golden brown.
- 2. Once cooked, allow the chicken to cool for a few minutes. Shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- 3. While the chicken cools, finely chop the celery and red onion.
- 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with chopped veggies. Add Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fresh dill. Stir until well coated.
- 5. Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Serve on plates or use as a filling in sandwiches with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 100mg