Description

This High Protein Buffalo Chicken Salad is a quick and easy dish perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner. Combining shredded chicken with a zesty buffalo sauce and creamy Greek yogurt, it offers a flavorful low-fat alternative to traditional buffalo chicken recipes. The crunchy celery and fresh green onions add texture and brightness, making this salad not only delicious but also packed with protein and nutrients.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

4 cups shredded chicken
2 stalks celery, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup Buffalo sauce
½ large lemon, juice of
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Shred the chicken: Use two forks to pull apart the cooked chicken until finely shredded. Alternatively, you can use a hand mixer or pulse the chicken in a food processor for faster shredding.
Prepare the vegetables: Finely chop the celery stalks and green onions to add crunch and freshness to the salad.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, chopped celery, green onions, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Season the mixture with garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Adjust for heat: Taste the salad and add more buffalo sauce if you prefer a spicier flavor, and reduce the amount of Greek yogurt accordingly to maintain the desired consistency.
Serve: Serve immediately as a salad or use as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups for a protein-packed meal.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase buffalo sauce and decrease Greek yogurt to balance flavors.
This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Use cooked leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Add chopped celery for crunch or substitute with diced cucumber if preferred.
If dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with a vegan yogurt alternative.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Salad, High Protein Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, Easy Chicken Salad, Low Fat Buffalo Chicken, Greek Yogurt Salad, Quick Lunch Ideas