Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad (High-Protein, Healthy)
Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad (High-Protein, Healthy) is an irresistible dish that combines the zesty flavors of buffalo sauce with tender chicken, making it a perfect choice for a quick and nutritious meal. Whether you’re using leftover rotisserie chicken or freshly cooked chicken breasts, this salad packs a punch with its high protein content and vibrant taste. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that’s great for meal prep, casual lunches, or even potlucks. With the creamy texture from Greek yogurt and the crunch of fresh vegetables, this salad is sure to become a staple in your healthy eating repertoire. Enjoy it as a wrap, on greens, or as a hearty sandwich—this versatile recipe has something for everyone!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- ½ cup finely chopped celery (2 stalks)
- 4 stalks green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- Juice of ½ large lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks or a hand mixer until tender.
- Finely chop the celery and green onions.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, celery, green onions, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if desired; add more buffalo sauce for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg