This Greek yogurt chicken salad is a creamy and flavorful meal – featuring shredded chicken mixed with crunchy celery, zesty red onion, and a tangy Greek yogurt and mayo dressing infused with dill and garlic. It’s perfect for meal prep or a just a quick high-protein lunch on the go.

What You’ll Need To Make This Chicken Salad

This simple Greek yogurt chicken salad requires minimal effort and basic ingredients.

• Cooked and shredded chicken breasts
• Celery
• Red onion
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Mayo
• Dill
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic powder

How to Make Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

1. Begin by cooking your chicken breasts using your preferred method – whether it’s using a Crock-Pot, Instant Pot, boiling, or baking, it’s up to you. Once cooked, shred the chicken into manageable pieces and place them in a large glass bowl.
2. While the chicken cooks, finely chop the celery and red onion to add a refreshing crunch to the salad.

1. In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayo, dill, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to create a creamy dressing.
2. Combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, and red onion in the large bowl, then pour the dressing over the mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

1. Boom – that’s it! Your Greek yogurt chicken salad is ready to be enjoyed. You can serve it on its own (I mean really, just eat it right out of the bowl), with crackers for a satisfying snack, or as a sandwiched between slices of bread for a quick and hearty protein rich lunch.

Want to Jazz It Up Even More?

This chicken salad is just fine on its own, but just in case you want to get fancy with it (or for when you get bored) try these add-ins:

• Grapes: Halved grapes add a sweetness and crunch.
• Apples: Diced apples provide a crisp texture and more subtle sweetness.
• Nuts: Chopped nuts such as pecans, almonds, or walnuts are tasty with the chicken.
• Cranberries or Raisins: Dried fruits add a pop of sweetness and a chewy texture.
• Avocado: Creamy avocado chunks lend richness and a velvety texture.
• Fresh Herbs: Chopped herbs like parsley, cilantro, or chives add brightness and depth of flavor.
• Bacon: Crumbled bacon provides a smoky, savory kick.
• Pickles: Diced pickles or pickle relish offer a tangy and slightly acidic flavor that cuts through the richness of the dressing.

And if you’re looking for other light, fresh and easy lunch ideas, whip up this Greek Cucumber Salad in 10 minutes.

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Was Made For Meal Prep

One of my favorite qualities about this Greek yogurt chicken salad is that it really shines as a meal prep option, since it lasts in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can prepare a big batch on Sunday and have easy grab-and-go lunches for the rest of the week.

Just prepare the chicken salad as directed, portion it out equally into 4-6 meal prep containers, pair with crackers, chopped veggies, or bread and refrigerate.

This simple and fresh chicken salad offers a tasty solution for when you need a nutritious and delicious (and high-protein) lunch option. With its quick and easy prep, you’ll love incorporating it into your weekly food routine. And don’t worry, this isn’t your run of the mill bland and boring chicken salad – it’s savory and flavorful. You won’t be disappointed!