Description
A healthy and high-protein Buffalo Chicken Salad that’s easy to make and perfect for a quick lunch. This flavorful salad combines shredded chicken, crunchy celery, tangy buffalo sauce, and creamy Greek yogurt for a light but satisfying meal packed with protein and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Chicken Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup Buffalo sauce
- ½ large lemon, juice of
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the Chicken: Shred your cooked chicken using two forks or a hand mixer until it is finely pulled apart and ready to mix.
- Prepare Vegetables: Finely chop the celery and green onions to incorporate crisp texture and fresh flavor into the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, celery, green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until fully combined to create a creamy, spicy salad.
- Adjust to Taste: If you prefer a spicier salad, add more buffalo sauce while reducing the Greek yogurt amount accordingly to maintain creaminess.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days to enjoy later.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken with a flavor you enjoy since it significantly impacts the final taste of the salad.
- Shredding chicken is easiest by pulsing it in a food processor or using a hand mixer.
- Fresh lemon juice is recommended for the best flavor in the dressing over bottled lemon juice.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Having easy, healthy lunches like this chicken salad prepped in advance helps maintain healthy eating habits, especially on busy days.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prepping and can be a satisfying and convenient high-protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (using pre-cooked chicken)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
