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Wholesome High-Protein Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Easy Healthy Recipe with Fresh Dill

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A quick, easy, and protein-packed chicken salad made with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh dill, perfect for lunches or light dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon or whole grain mustard

Instructions

  1. Start with 3 cups (about 450g) of cooked chicken breast. Remove skin and bones if using rotisserie chicken, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Finely dice 1/2 cup celery and 2 tablespoons red onion. Chop 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely. Mince 1 small garlic clove if using.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional). Whisk until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add the shredded chicken, chopped celery, red onion, dill, and garlic to the bowl with the yogurt dressing. Gently fold ingredients together until well coated, avoiding over-mixing.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding extra lemon juice, salt, or pepper as desired.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

Use cold Greek yogurt straight from the fridge for best texture. Finely chop celery and onion to avoid overpowering flavors. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Add toasted nuts for crunch if desired. Can substitute dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free version. Serve on lettuce leaves for gluten-free option.

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