Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Salad Recipe
Enjoy a delightful and creamy broccoli and chicken salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish. Packed with wholesome ingredients and a tangy yogurt dressing, this salad is a delicious blend of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (blanched or raw)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup chopped roasted almonds or sunflower seeds
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chicken, broccoli, carrots, red onion, cranberries, and almonds.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until coated.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Try raisins or diced apples instead of cranberries for variety.
- For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free yogurt and mayo alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
