Low Fat Classic Homemade Chicken Salad
Indulge in the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy with this Low Fat Classic Homemade Chicken Salad, a wholesome twist on a timeless favorite. Poached boneless, skinless chicken breast is paired with crisp celery, zesty red onion, and fresh parsley, then lovingly folded into a tangy low-fat yogurt and Dijon mustard dressing. Brightened with a splash of lemon juice and seasoned lightly with salt and pepper, this healthier chicken salad is rich in flavor yet low in calories. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich, in a lettuce wrap, or atop a bed of greens. Perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, or a quick snack, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Low-fat plain yogurt
- 2 whole Celery stalks
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by poaching the chicken breast. Place the chicken breast in a pot and add enough water to cover the chicken. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chicken simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool. Once cool, dice the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Meanwhile, finely chop the celery stalks, red onion, and fresh parsley. Add these ingredients to the bowl with the diced chicken.
In a small bowl, combine the low-fat plain yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken and vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Gently stir all the ingredients together until everything is well-coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve the chicken salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy it on whole-grain bread, in a lettuce wrap, or on a bed of greens for a low-fat, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 392 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2024 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 148.4 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1842 mg | 39% | |
*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.
