Greek Yogurt Rotisserie Chicken Salad (Printable version)

Tender rotisserie chicken meets crisp vegetables in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Ready in 20 minutes.

# What you need:

→ Chicken & Dairy

01 - 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded (skin and bones removed)
02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole or low fat)

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup celery, finely diced
04 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing & Seasoning

07 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Add-Ins

14 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts
15 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries or grapes, halved

# How To:

01 - In a large bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, celery, red onion, red bell pepper, and parsley.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
04 - Fold in almonds and cranberries or grapes, if using.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor, or serve immediately.
06 - Serve on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with whole grain crackers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its incredibly forgiving and comes together in under 20 minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand
  • The Greek yogurt dressing keeps everything light and protein packed while still feeling indulgently creamy
  • This salad actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep Sundays
02 -
  • The salad really does need those 30 minutes in the fridge for the flavors to meld together properly, but if you are hungry now, it is still delicious right away
  • Greek yogurt brands vary in thickness, so if your dressing seems too thick, add another tablespoon of lemon juice or even a splash of water
  • Salt is absolutely crucial here because the yogurt needs it to pop, so do not be afraid to season generously at the end
03 -
  • Use a rotisserie chicken that is warm from the store, the slight warmth helps the dressing melt into everything beautifully
  • If you are worried about the onion being too sharp, soak the diced onion in cold water for 10 minutes before adding it to the salad

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