Description
A refreshing, crunchy, and creamy chicken salad with crisp cucumber, tender chicken, and a tangy-herb dressing—perfect for light lunches or sandwich fillings.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1 large cucumber, seeded and diced
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 celery stalk, finely diced
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Add the cooked chicken, diced cucumber, red onion, and optional celery. Gently fold to combine, ensuring everything is coated in the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning—add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.
Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve on crisp lettuce cups, in sandwiches or wraps, or spooned over greens for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
