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Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

The ultimate comfort food, Buffalo Chicken Salad is a spicy and creamy dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Make it tonight for a meal that’s both light and delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ¼ pounds or 3 small/medium breasts, ½-inch-diced)
  • 2 medium stalks celery (¼-inch diced, about 1 cup)
  • 3 medium green onions (thinly sliced, about ½ cup)
  • 1 medium carrot (shredded, about ½ cup)
  • 1 medium orange or yellow bell pepper (finely chopped, about 1 cup)
  • ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup Buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Crumbled blue cheese or feta (optional)
  • Whole-grain bread
  • Croissants
  • Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • Crackers

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, celery, green onions, shredded carrot, and chopped bell pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Buffalo sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Serve as a filling for sandwiches, inside lettuce cups, as a dip with crackers, or in a wrap. If desired, sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese prior to serving.

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.