Description
A quick and healthy Buffalo Chicken Salad recipe that combines shredded chicken with creamy Greek yogurt and spicy Buffalo sauce, enhanced with fresh celery, green onions, and zesty lemon juice. Perfect for a flavorful, protein-packed meal or snack, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
Dressing and Seasonings
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup Buffalo sauce
- ½ large lemon, juice of
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks or a hand mixer, shred the cooked chicken until it is finely pulled apart. Alternatively, pulse the chicken quickly in a food processor to shred it evenly for a consistent texture.
- Prepare Vegetables: Finely chop the celery and green onions to ensure they blend well in the salad and add a fresh crunch.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, Buffalo sauce, chopped celery, chopped green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat all ingredients with the creamy, spicy dressing.
- Adjust Spiciness (Optional): If you prefer a spicier salad, increase the amount of Buffalo sauce and decrease the Greek yogurt accordingly to maintain a balance between creaminess and heat.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken from rotisserie, leftover grilled chicken, or poached chicken breasts for convenience.
- The Greek yogurt provides a healthier alternative to mayonnaise while adding creaminess and protein.
- Adjust the Buffalo sauce to suit your heat preference.
- This salad is excellent served on its own, over a bed of greens, or as a sandwich filling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, Easy Buffalo Chicken, Low Fat Salad, Quick Protein Salad, Greek Yogurt Chicken
