Lemon Basil Chicken Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this zesty and refreshing Lemon Basil Chicken Salad, a flavorful twist on a classic favorite! Tender, shredded chicken breast is paired with crisp celery, tangy red onion, and aromatic fresh basil, all enveloped in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of lemon zest. This delightful combination of textures and flavors is perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile chicken salad can be served chilled over a bed of mixed greens for a light, gluten-free option, or enjoyed as a filling for hearty sandwiches, wraps, or crackers. Perfect for a quick lunch, meal prep, or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering, this recipe is a delicious way to bring vibrant, citrusy flavors to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 Celery stalks, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce, for serving
- 4 slices/wraps Whole grain bread, wraps, or crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, chopped basil leaves, diced celery, and finely chopped red onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasonings as needed (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired).
Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
To serve, place a scoop of the chicken salad over mixed greens or lettuce. Alternatively, use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or enjoy it with crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 529 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 2762 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 174.5 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2447 mg | 52% | |
*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.
