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A bowl of chicken salad without mayo next to a sandwich packed with the same filling.

Quick and Healthy Chicken Salad without Mayo

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Course: Main Course, recipe, Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 208kcal
Author: Kelsey Kunik, RDN

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups cooked chicken shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat or 2% for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seed dressing
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken Salad:In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, red onion, cranberries, walnuts, poppyseed dressing, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serving Suggestion:Pair with a whole grain tortilla and fresh greens, fresh fruit, raw veggies, or whole-grain crackers for a balanced lunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 335mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g