Heart-Healthy Shredded Chicken Salad

Packed with protein, crunch, and vibrant flavors, this Heart-Healthy Shredded Chicken Salad is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are poached in low-sodium broth, shredded to perfection, and combined with crisp celery, sweet-tart Granny Smith apple, and zesty red onion. A creamy, tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey ties it all together, while toasted walnuts add a satisfying nutty crunch. Served over a bed of fresh baby spinach, this wholesome salad is both nutritious and delicious, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Ready in just 40 minutes and bursting with flavor, this nutrient-packed dish is sure to be a go-to for anyone seeking a heart-healthy recipe without compromising on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 1 large granny smith apple
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup walnuts
• 4 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and cover with the chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooling, chop the celery stalks and dice the granny smith apple into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion to make about 0.5 cup.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Add the shredded chicken, chopped celery, diced apple, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley to the yogurt dressing in the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Let them cool and then chop coarsely.

Step 7

Fold the toasted walnuts into the chicken salad mixture.

Step 8

Serve the heart-healthy shredded chicken salad over a bed of baby spinach. Optionally, garnish with extra parsley or walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1557.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1146.1

Total Fat 39.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 308.1mg	0%
Sodium 2136.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 134.3g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 433.1mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1974.8mg	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: 30.7%

Protein: 46.7%

Carbs: 22.6%