Chicken Salad Barb Koffman
Elevate your lunch game with the flavorful and satisfying Chicken Salad Barb Koffman! This recipe combines tender cooked chicken breast with a creamy yet light dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and honey for the perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Crunchy celery, toasted slivered almonds, and juicy red grapes bring irresistible texture and bursts of flavor, while fresh parsley adds a delightful herby finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile chicken salad can be served over crisp mixed greens for a refreshing low-carb option or spooned onto buttery croissants or whole-grain bread for a hearty sandwich. Whether you're hosting a brunch or prepping quick weekday meals, this easy chicken salad is sure to impress! Keywords: chicken salad recipe, quick lunch ideas, healthy chicken salad, creamy chicken salad, easy meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups Celery, diced
- 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.75 cups Red grapes, halved
- 0.25 cups Slivered almonds, toasted
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 cups Mixed greens or romaine lettuce
- 4 pieces Whole-grain bread or croissants (optional for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by shredding or dicing the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to form the creamy dressing.
Add the celery, red onion, red grapes, and slivered almonds to the bowl with the chicken.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
Stir in the fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens or romaine lettuce for a light option, or scoop it onto whole-grain bread or croissants for a sandwich.
Optional: Sprinkle extra toasted almonds or parsley on top for garnish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 825 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 665 mg | 14% | |
*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.
