Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad - featured image

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds

  • Author: neuriox
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A light, protein-packed chicken salad made with creamy Greek yogurt, sweet grapes, and toasted almonds. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or healthy meal prep, this recipe is easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded (about 10 oz)
  • 1 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Dice or shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones first.
  2. Toast sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat immediately.
  3. Finely chop celery and red onion. Halve the grapes (quarter if extra large). Chop parsley.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, grapes, celery, onion, toasted almonds, and parsley.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and fold gently until evenly coated. Do not overmix.
  7. Cover and chill for 15-30 minutes for best flavor, or serve immediately if desired.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or lemon juice as needed. Garnish with additional almonds or parsley before serving.

Notes

For dairy-free, substitute coconut yogurt for Greek yogurt. Almonds can be replaced with pecans, walnuts, or seeds for nut allergies. Chill salad for best flavor. Drain grapes well to prevent watery salad. Adjust honey and lemon juice to balance tanginess. Salad keeps for up to 3 days in the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1 cup (200g) p
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Carbohydrates: 14
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 23

Keywords: chicken salad, greek yogurt, healthy lunch, grapes, almonds, easy recipe, meal prep, gluten-free, high protein, picnic, potluck

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://neurioxdesign.com/greek-yogurt-chicken-salad-recipe-easy-lunch-with-grapes-and-almonds/