Description
This Buffalo Chicken Salad is a zesty and protein-packed dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With a spicy kick from buffalo sauce and a creamy texture from Greek yogurt, this salad is versatile and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- ¼ cup buffalo wing sauce
- ½ cup celery (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until coated.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in celery, red onion, Greek yogurt, dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Incorporate Cheese: Fold in blue cheese or cheddar if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. Serve over lettuce, in a wrap, or on a bun.
Notes
- Adjust buffalo sauce to taste.
- For a lighter version, use only Greek yogurt.
- Great for meal prep; store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
