My Chicken and Pea Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with protein, My Chicken and Pea Salad is a simple yet satisfying dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Featuring tender, shredded chicken, sweet bursts of peas, and a creamy, tangy dressing made with a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of lemon juice, this salad strikes the ideal balance of flavors. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional sliced almonds adds brightness and texture, while a bed of mixed greens or spinach makes it a wholesome, nutrient-dense meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy chicken salad recipe is a must-have for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it chilled or fresh for a healthy, crowd-pleasing dish you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
- 4 cups mixed greens or spinach
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a pot and add enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dressing by mixing the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a medium-sized bowl. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
Cook the frozen peas by adding them to a small pot of boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and let it rest for 5 minutes. Shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked peas, and half of the dressing. Mix until evenly coated. Add more dressing as needed based on your preference.
If desired, stir in the sliced almonds for extra crunch and flavor.
Serve the chicken and pea mixture over a bed of mixed greens or spinach. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days for a chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2136 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 127.1 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1949 mg | 41% | |
*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.
