Tapenade Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and Mediterranean-inspired Tapenade Chicken Salad. Combining tender shredded chicken with the rich, briny depth of black olive tapenade, this salad is brightened with creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, and a zesty squeeze of lemon juice. Red onion and fresh parsley add layers of flavor and freshness, while a hint of garlic powder ties everything together. Perfect for meal prep, this hearty chicken salad can be served over a bed of crisp greens, stuffed into sandwiches, or rolled into wraps for a quick and satisfying meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weekdays yet impressive enough to share with friends and family. Whether you're looking for a protein-packed lunch or a flavorful picnic dish, this Tapenade Chicken Salad is sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Chicken breast (cooked and shredded)
• 1 cup Black olive tapenade
• 0.333 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.333 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 stalks Celery (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, olive tapenade, mayonnaise, and Greek yogurt. Mix until well combined and creamy.

Step 2

Add the diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix gently to combine and evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Serve the tapenade chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a tortilla for a hearty wrap.

Step 6

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1073.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2044.3

Total Fat 127.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 486.5mg	0%
Sodium 6943.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 155.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310.6mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1944.8mg	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: 58.8%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 9.3%