Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad (High-Protein, Healthy)
If you’re in search of a quick, delicious, and high-protein meal, try this Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad! This zesty dish combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing and spicy buffalo sauce, making it perfect for lunch or a satisfying snack. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for busy days and is versatile enough to suit any occasion. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with fresh veggies, in a wrap, or as a dip. Packed with flavor and nutrition, this salad is sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (nonfat)
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
- Juice of ½ large lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt (more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Shred cooked chicken using two forks or a hand mixer until tender.
- Finely chop the celery and green onions for added crunch.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, chopped vegetables, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more buffalo sauce to taste if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg