2 in 1 Herbed Chicken Leftover Chicken Salad
Transform your leftover chicken into a flavor-packed delight with this 2 in 1 Herbed Chicken Leftover Chicken Salad recipe. Perfect for quick lunches or no-fuss dinners, this dish combines tender herbed chicken with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt for a light yet satisfying base. Chopped celery and red onion add crunch, while juicy grapes or sweet dried cranberries complement the earthy bite of walnuts or almonds. Fresh parsley and dill brighten the mix, and a splash of lemon juice ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served over crisp mixed greens, piled into sandwiches, or wrapped in tortillas for an effortless meal. Give those leftovers a makeover with this easy, wholesome chicken salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked herbed chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt (optional, for a lighter option)
- 2 units celery stalks (chopped)
- 0.25 cups red onion (finely diced)
- 0.5 cups grapes (halved) or dried cranberries
- 0.25 cups chopped walnuts or almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups mixed greens or bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or chopped leftover herbed chicken with the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, if using.
Add the chopped celery, red onion, grapes (or dried cranberries), and nuts. Mix gently to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Sprinkle in the chopped parsley and dill, then add the lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
Season the chicken salad with salt and pepper to taste.
Taste and adjust the seasoning or add more lemon juice if desired.
Serve the chicken salad immediately over mixed greens, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a tortilla. Alternatively, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for even better flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 821 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
