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Healthy Chicken Salad

A vibrant bowl of healthy chicken salad featuring grilled chicken, crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked until juicy and tender
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for grilling
For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens your favorite leafy greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt creamy base
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard for tanginess
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the chicken breast by boiling or grilling until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Let it cool before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dice colorful bell peppers, celery, and red onions for a crunchy texture, aiming for about 1 cup of each.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, a splash of lemon juice, and your choice of herbs.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with chopped veggies and the dressing. Stir gently until well-coated.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of toasted sunflower seeds for added crunch.

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