Description
Indulge in a refreshing Chicken Salad that combines juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty Greek yogurt dressing. This versatile dish is perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or quick dinners. With vibrant colors and flavors, it’s not only satisfying but visually appealing. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this Chicken Salad will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Let cool before chopping.
- Dice bell peppers, cucumbers, and celery into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chopped chicken and vegetables to the dressing; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg