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Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite Spring/Summer time go to lunches. This chicken salad is light, easy to make, filling and full of protein.
I found this recipe first on Joyfullhealthyeat
Light Chicken Salad
This light & easy salad is great for lunch. Serve with crackers, on a slice of bread, or a bed of lettuce for a healthy, tasty & filling lunch.
Servings 6
Calories 191kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken* Cooked & Shredded
- 1 1/2 Cups Red Grapes Halved
- 1/2 Cup Chopped Pecans**
- 1/2 Cup Green Onions Diced
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt, Plain
- 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 tsp Dried Sage
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paparika
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- Salt & Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add chicken, grapes, pecans and onion. Mix well; set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mustard, sage, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt & pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add liquid mixture to chicken; stir until well mixed
- Serve. Refrigerate any leftovers
Notes
- *I use a rotisserie chicken from the supermarket.
- **Walnuts work great!
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5 Comments
Have you ever tried it with greek yogurt? Extra protein and just as light. 🙂
Yes.. that’s what I make it with. it’s in the ingredients! 🙂
This sounds super delicious! *bookmarks for future use*
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Oh this sounds amazing. I’d probably omit the green onions (I’ve never been an onion fan and always feel like they overpower whatever they’re in) but it all sounds so yummy. And using a rotisserie chicken just ups the convenience factor, which I wholeheartedly approve of. 🙂
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Sounds great. It is similar to what I do except I use walnuts and celery and often rotisserie chicken. Green onions is something I should add and try some of the spices and lemon. Thanks for sharing.
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