Tapenade Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and Mediterranean-inspired Tapenade Chicken Salad. Combining tender shredded chicken with the rich, briny depth of black olive tapenade, this salad is brightened with creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, and a zesty squeeze of lemon juice. Red onion and fresh parsley add layers of flavor and freshness, while a hint of garlic powder ties everything together. Perfect for meal prep, this hearty chicken salad can be served over a bed of crisp greens, stuffed into sandwiches, or rolled into wraps for a quick and satisfying meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weekdays yet impressive enough to share with friends and family. Whether you're looking for a protein-packed lunch or a flavorful picnic dish, this Tapenade Chicken Salad is sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
- 1 cup Black olive tapenade
- 0.333 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.333 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 stalks Celery (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, olive tapenade, mayonnaise, and Greek yogurt. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Add the diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix gently to combine and evenly distribute the ingredients.
Stir in the lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the tapenade chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a tortilla for a hearty wrap.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.9 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 6944 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 155.9 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1945 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.
