Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad (High-Protein, Healthy)
If you’re in need of a flavorful, protein-packed meal that comes together in minutes, look no further than this Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad (High-Protein, Healthy). Perfect for lunch or a quick dinner, this zesty salad features shredded chicken mixed with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing and a spicy buffalo kick. It’s not only satisfying but also an excellent way to use up leftover chicken. Serve it in lettuce wraps, atop whole-grain crackers, or on its own for a nutritious and delicious option that will keep you energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- 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
- 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 forks or a hand mixer until tender.
- Finely chop celery and green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, lemon juice, celery, green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; add more buffalo sauce for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg