Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Chicken Salad

Discover a wholesome spin on a beloved classic with this Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Chicken Salad! Packed with lean, protein-rich shredded chicken simmered in low-sodium broth, this recipe swaps traditional mayo for creamy, non-fat Greek yogurt, reducing calories while enhancing nutrition. Crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and toasted slivered almonds add layers of texture, while fresh dill and a splash of lemon juice elevate the flavors with a zesty, herbaceous touch. Perfect as a light lunch or snack, this chicken salad comes together in just 35 minutes and can be served on a vibrant bed of mixed greens, in whole grain wraps, or alongside whole grain crackers. Bursting with flavor and heart-smart ingredients, this easy recipe proves that eating healthy can be truly satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup red grapes, halved
• 0.25 cup toasted slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a large saucepan and add the low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the broth and allow it to cool. Once cool, shred the chicken using two forks or dice it into small pieces.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, chopped celery, chopped red onion, halved grapes, and toasted almonds.

Step 5

Add the chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and stir until every ingredient is evenly coated with the Greek yogurt.

Step 6

Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning, if needed, by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the heart-healthy chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens, in whole grain wraps, or with your choice of whole grain crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1570.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1117.1

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 303.8mg	0%
Sodium 1844.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 44.2g
Protein 149.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 566.1mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2488.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.8%

Protein: 53.8%

Carbs: 22.4%