High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad (Healthy, Easy)
Discover the delightful flavors of our High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad, a healthy and easy dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or meal prep. This vibrant salad combines shredded chicken with creamy Greek yogurt and zesty buffalo sauce for a satisfying protein-packed meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for busy days when you crave something nutritious yet flavorful. Enjoy it as a dip, in a sandwich, or atop a fresh bed of greens—this versatile recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded chicken (cooked)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken using forks or a hand mixer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, chopped celery, and green onions.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning to taste by adding more buffalo sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg