Weight Watchers Chicken Salad Makeover 4 3 Points
Give your classic chicken salad a healthy twist with this Weight Watchers Chicken Salad Makeover, packed with flavor and only 3 points per serving! This easy 15-minute recipe swaps traditional high-fat ingredients for protein-rich, low-fat Greek yogurt and a touch of low-fat mayonnaise, creating a creamy yet guilt-free dressing. Combined with tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, red onions, and a burst of freshness from chopped parsley and lemon juice, this dish is both light and satisfying. Optional add-ins like sweet grapes or tangy dried cranberries elevate each bite with a delightful pop of flavor. Perfect as a sandwich filling, salad topper, or wrap stuffing, this healthy chicken salad is a versatile meal prep favorite that doesn’t compromise on taste. A must-try for anyone seeking a low-calorie, Weight Watchers-friendly meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Optional: Grapes (halved) or dried cranberries
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, low-fat mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
2. Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, finely diced celery, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
3. If using optional ingredients, gently fold in the halved grapes or dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.
4. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated and distributed.
5. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
6. Cover the chicken salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve chilled on whole-grain bread, over a bed of lettuce, or wrapped in a low-carb tortilla for a deliciously light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 418 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 2044 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 154.2 g | 308% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1897 mg | 40% | |
*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.
