Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this zesty and refreshing Lemon Basil Chicken Salad, a flavorful twist on a classic favorite! Tender, shredded chicken breast is paired with crisp celery, tangy red onion, and aromatic fresh basil, all enveloped in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of lemon zest. This delightful combination of textures and flavors is perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile chicken salad can be served chilled over a bed of mixed greens for a light, gluten-free option, or enjoyed as a filling for hearty sandwiches, wraps, or crackers. Perfect for a quick lunch, meal prep, or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering, this recipe is a delicious way to bring vibrant, citrusy flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce, for serving
• 4 slices/wraps Whole grain bread, wraps, or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, chopped basil leaves, diced celery, and finely chopped red onion.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 4

Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasonings as needed (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired).

Step 5

Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 6

To serve, place a scoop of the chicken salad over mixed greens or lettuce. Alternatively, use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or enjoy it with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2218.8

Total Fat 109.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 529.3mg	0%
Sodium 2761.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 174.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 431.6mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2447.4mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 22.6%