Simple ingredients, juicy chicken and light dressing, this Healthyish chicken salad is so tasty you’ll be making it all the time. Perfect for warm summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven. This chicken salad will keep you cool and totally satisfied. Loaded with healthy ingredients, you’ll definitely be craving more. 

Make this chicken salad as a meal prep item through the week for a light and healthy lunch option. The lean chicken breasts are loaded with protein which will help keep you feeling full throughout the day. To keep this recipe low carb, enjoy this chicken salad inside of a lettuce cup. However, it tastes great tucked inside of a wrap too.

Healthyish Chicken Salad - Healthyish Foods

About this recipe

This Healthyish chicken salad recipe is loaded with tender chicken breasts, and a tangy light dressing. For a little spice, try adding diced jalapeno. The jalapeno will add some more texture and spice. You can also try adding sliced avocado or even some shredded mozzarella cheese. A touch of crumbled cheddar would taste great too. That’s what’s so great about this recipe. You can feel free to get creative and really make it your own.

When prepping the chicken, make sure you boil it for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Once it cools, cube the chicken into evenly sized pieces. You will want them to be bite size so the chicken is easy to eat. This recipe makes four light servings or two very hearty servings. Please see below for the nutritional information.

Storage

Store any leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three-four days. Serve chilled, over salad, tucked inside of a wrap, or over lettuce cups. Looking for more lunch recipes? Try my tuna noodle pasta salad its light healthy and delicious.

Healthyish Chicken Salad - Healthyish Foods
Healthyish Chicken Salad

Healthyish Chicken Salad

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Simple ingredients, juicy chicken and light dressing, this Healthyish chicken salad is so tasty you’ll be making it all the time.
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Ingredients

Chicken Salad

  • 1 lb. chicken breasts, about 2 breasts boiled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, I used 0% Fage
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup celery, sliced thin
  • ¼ cup shallots, diced small
  • 2 tablespoons toasted almonds, sliced or crushed works fine, optional

Equipment

  • sauce pot
  • mixing bowl

Instructions 

  • Boil a pot of water and add the chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 15 minutes or until it's fully cooked through. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees.
  • While the boiled chicken breasts are cooling, grab a large mixing bowl.
  • Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper into the mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
  • Gently fold in the sliced celery and diced shallots.
  • Once the chicken is cool, cube the chicken into bite sized pieces. Add it to the bowl with everything else. Toss until all of the chicken is well coated.
  • Top with crushed or sliced almonds.
  • Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes in an airtight container before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 228kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 76mg, Sodium: 520mg, Potassium: 591mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 156IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 46mg, Iron: 1mg
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 228