High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad, a delightful and nutritious option for lunch or a light dinner. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but it also boasts an impressive 20 grams of protein per serving, ensuring you stay full and satisfied. Made with leftover or rotisserie chicken and creamy Greek yogurt, this dish combines the spicy kick of buffalo sauce with fresh ingredients like celery and green onions. Serve it as a dip with veggies, in a wrap, or atop greens for a versatile meal that caters to every preference. Enjoy this healthy twist on a classic favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- juice of ½ large lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the chicken using two forks or a hand mixer until fluffy.
- Finely chop the celery and green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients: shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, chopped celery and green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir until well mixed; adjust seasoning if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg