Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad
30 min.
4
334kcal
26.87%sweetness
100%saltiness
15.09%sourness
17.26%bitterness
70.28%savoriness
68.29%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic chicken salad recipe. Perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, this dish is packed with protein and flavor. The Greek yogurt gives it a creamy texture and a tangy taste, while the cashews and dried cranberries add a satisfying crunch and a touch of sweetness. This recipe is also gluten-free and can be easily customized to your liking. You can serve it as a sandwich, wrap, or on top of a bed of greens. It's a versatile and tasty option that's perfect for those looking for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

What really makes this recipe stand out is the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the cashews add a nice crunch, and the dried cranberries provide a burst of sweetness. The sauce, made with Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, and garlic powder, ties everything together beautifully. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that's perfect for those who want something quick, easy, and nutritious.

Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch option or a tasty dinner, this Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a great choice. It's a well-balanced meal that's both satisfying and delicious. So, if you're looking to switch up your chicken salad game, give this recipe a try! It's sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces roughly chopped
  • pound chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped cubed cooked
  • 0.3 cup craisins (raisins work, too)
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • servings garlic powder 
  • 0.5 cup greek yogurt plain
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Start by cooking some chicken breasts. I like boiling them in chicken broth or stock, but feel free to boil in water, too. Boiling the chicken in broth, however, will give it significantly more flavor. Bring the chicken broth/stock to a boil and put in whole chicken breasts. Cook until no pink remains. Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, this could take anywhere from 15 - 20 minutes.While the chicken is boiling, put together your sauce.
  2. Whisk together greek yogurt, dijon mustard, and garlic powder together until well mixed.
  3. Add in salt and pepper, to taste.Next, stir in dried cranberries or raisins and cashews. If you're worried about the cashews getting too soft, you could add them right before serving!After the chicken is done boiling, I like to let it rest for about 5 minutes. This ensures that the juice stays in the chicken instead of spilling out when you cut it!Dice up the chicken and mix it into the sauce.
  4. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories334kcal
Protein49.48%
Fat30.8%
Carbs19.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.55
Glycemic Load
1.2
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.143913043478%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Taste

Sweetness:
26.87%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
15.09%
Bitterness:
17.26%
Savoriness:
70.28%
Fattiness:
68.29%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.09kcal
16.7%
Fat:11.43g
17.58%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.31%
Carbohydrates:16.46g
5.49%
Net Carbohydrates:15.01g
5.46%
Sugar:9.21g
10.24%
Cholesterol:97.64mg
32.55%
Sodium:318.44mg
13.85%
Protein:41.31g
82.62%
Vitamin B3:15.87mg
79.33%
Selenium:38.61µg
55.16%
Vitamin B6:0.82mg
40.94%
Phosphorus:404.1mg
40.41%
Copper:0.44mg
21.91%
Magnesium:86.64mg
21.66%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.77%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.43%
Iron:2.52mg
14.02%
Vitamin B5:1.37mg
13.68%
Potassium:476.5mg
13.61%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.8%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.48%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.34%
Vitamin K:6.66µg
6.34%
Fiber:1.45g
5.78%
Calcium:55.7mg
5.57%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.63%
Folate:11.9µg
2.98%
Source:Foodista