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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

The ultimate comfort food of summer! This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is creamy, light, and packed with crunchy veggies and sweet fruit. It's perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch. Why not make this easy weeknight dinner tonight?
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces 4 bone-in whole chicken breasts
  • to taste tablespoons Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 0.5 cup 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 stalks 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 0.5 cup 1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 piece 1 fuji apple, diced
  • 0.25 cup 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Drizzle each chicken breast with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Add to a baking sheet and bake for about 35 minutes until fully cooked. Set aside to cool until room temperature.
  4. Once the chicken has cooled, pick all the meat off the bone and add it to a bowl of an electric mixer. Add in yogurt and celery.
  5. Mix the chicken on medium/low speed until shredded and mixed.
  6. Stir in the grapes, apples, and pecans. Add more yogurt if needed and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Lay out 2 cups baby spinach onto each plate and top each plate with equal amounts of chicken salad.

Notes

  • Tip 1: This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Tip 2: While it's best fresh, you can freeze the chicken mixture without the spinach.
  • Tip 3: Serve with whole-grain bread or in lettuce wraps.
  • Tip 4: Try adding a tablespoon of mustard for a tangy twist.
  • Tip 5: This recipe serves about 4, perfect for lunch or dinner.