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The Best Creamy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Recipe

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This creamy Greek yogurt chicken salad is a lighter, tangier twist on the classic. Made with simple ingredients like rotisserie chicken, grapes, and celery, it comes together in under 15 minutes and is perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (about 1 pound)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅓ cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries (optional)
  • ½ cup apple, diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces (about 3 cups). If using raw chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, bake at 375°F for 25 minutes, let cool, then shred.
  2. Dice the vegetables: Finely dice the celery and red onion into ¼-inch pieces. Halve the grapes lengthwise.
  3. Make the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  4. Combine everything: Add shredded chicken, diced celery, minced red onion, and halved grapes to the bowl with the dressing. Fold gently with a spatula until every piece of chicken is coated. Do not overmix.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes: Cover the bowl and refrigerate. The salad thickens as it chills. For a quicker option, freeze for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Give it a final stir and adjust seasoning: After chilling, stir once more. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Notes

Do not skip the chilling step—it allows flavors to meld and thickens the salad. If yogurt is runny, drain it through a cheesecloth for 10 minutes. Season in layers for best flavor. For a dairy-free version, use thick coconut or cashew yogurt. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not freeze.

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